A Mandala (Sanskrit for “circle”) is an artistic representation of higher thought and deeper meaning given as a geometric symbol used in spiritual, emotional, or psychological work to focus ...

and the intricate pieces that she and the monks do is Mandala art. “Mandala is a word in Sanskrit meaning a circle,” she tells us. “Back then, they used Mandala to represent spirituality.

There's even a bonus nature art activity for kids who like to get a bit grubbier! Did you know? - The word 'mandala' is the Sanskrit (an ancient language from South Asia) word for 'circle'.