About this episode

This episode features a guided mindfulness meditation led by Elaine Retholtz, inspired by the artwork 'Six-Armed Mahakala'.

The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher. The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 7:14. Teacher: Elaine Retholtz Theme: Fierce Compassion Six-Armed Mahakala ; Tibet; 14th century; copper alloy with pigments; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; C2006.66.59 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org .

People in this episode

Host: Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art

Guest: Elaine Retholtz

Topics covered

• mindfulness
• meditation
• art
• compassion
• self-improvement

Keywords

• mindfulness
• meditation
• Elaine Retholtz
• Six-Armed Mahakala
• Rubin Museum

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art

Products: copper alloy with pigments

Books & works: Six-Armed Mahakala

Places: Tibet

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