Faith

““Faith”Mandala is one of the most profound and complex Mandalas so far created by Giada Zammitti; and also one of the most difficult to translate into ordinary language.
This is due to the very nature of the theme, faith, which is, first of all, oxymoronic. Faith, in fact, is a continuous dialectical confrontation between doubt and certainty, and this interplay is enhanced in the work.

I will preface that, in the specific case, “faith,” the term is used in the most general sense, thus, as “the intentional act of believing, more or less strongly, in an assumption.”

Chromatically, the use of purple, magenta, cyan, orange, and green stands out. According to chromology, i.e., the discipline that deals with the interpretation of colors, each of these corresponds to a specific mood, either positive, or negative; therefore, as the theme “faith,” each color lends itself to take on a dual property; but without forgetting that, as a final synthesis, it is always the positive, bright, and ascendant aspect that prevails.

Hence, on the one hand, purple expresses, ignorance and chaotic change; on the other, spirituality, wisdom, transformation. Magenta, on the one hand sluggishness and stasis; on the other, strength and action. Cyan, on the one hand intellectual tarnish; on the other, mental clarity. Orange, on the one hand boredom and passivity; on the other enthusiasm and activity. Finally, green, imbalance and blockage; and balance, fluidity.

The chromatic counterpoint, in the pattern, harmonizes in the arabesques of the seven circular regions radiating from the center, with a powerful, almost hypnoid musicality of tones and countertones.
To a synthetic gaze, “Faith” Mandala responds with the irresistible suggestion to contemplate the doubt and certainty that are the warp and weft of all human existence.

Faith, in short, which, if genuine, since such is the premise of the mandala, is an irresistible force to every adversity, always winning.

This Mandala is perfect for every human being with an active and living interiority.”

WHAT IS A MANDALA

A mandala is a sacred geometric design that originated in ancient religious and spiritual traditions. It is often depicted as a circle with intricate patterns and symbols radiating from the center. The word “mandala” comes from the Sanskrit word for “circle,” and it represents the universe or the sacred space within it.

Mandalas are used as tools for meditation, spiritual reflection, and personal growth. They are believed to help individuals connect with their inner selves, find balance and harmony, and tap into a higher state of consciousness.

The design of a mandala is highly symbolic. The circular shape represents wholeness and unity, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all things. The center of the mandala is considered the focal point, representing the center of our being or the divine essence within us.

Creating or engaging with mandalas can be a transformative practice, offering a pathway to inner peace, self-discovery, and spiritual growth.