Mindfulness Meditation Podcast

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 13:07.Teacher: Tracy CochranTheme: Open-MindednessDrum (Nga); Tibet; mid-19th century; wood, pigments, leather, metal; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, gift of Robert and Lois Baylis; SC2019.3.1a-bLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 13:22.Teacher: Reverend Doyeon Park Theme: Fierce CompassionMakzor Gyelmo, Queen Who Repels Armies; Amdo Region, Eastern Tibet; 19th century; pigments on cloth, silk brocade; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2009.7Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 10:11.Teacher: Jon AaronTheme: Fierce CompassionVajravarahi; Tibet; 19th century; embroidery on silk; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.13.2Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 RetholtzTheme: Fierce CompassionSix-Armed Mahakala; Tibet; 14th century; copper alloy with pigments; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; C2006.66.59Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 25:43.Teacher: Michel Pascal Theme: Fierce CompassionWrathful Activity, Fierce Energy; Shezad Dawood; 2018; neon on black painted board; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; SC2020.1.1 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 7:04.Teacher: Kimberly Brown Theme: Loving FutureTree (Field) of Refuge for Geluk Tibetan Buddhist Tradition; U region, central Tibet; 19th century; pigments on cloth; silk brocade; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1997.37.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 22:56.Teacher: Rebecca LiTheme: Loving Future Vasudhara and Hvashang; Tibet; 17th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; C2006.66.626Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 8:20.Teacher: Lavina Shamdasani Theme: Loving FutureNamkhai Nyingpo Performing a Long-Life Ritual; Kham region, eastern Tibet; 19th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; C2006.66.20Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 13:06.Teacher: Tracy Cochran Theme: Loving Future Stupa; Tibet; 13th century; copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; C2006.66.635Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

he 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 8:51.Teacher: Kimberly Brown Theme: New BeginningsBuddha’s Birth, from a Set of the Twelve Deeds of the Buddha; Derge Printing House, Derge, Kham region, Eastern Tibet; ca. 1979; Xylograph, ink on paper; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, Gift of William Hinman; C2001.4.2Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 22:42.Teacher: Michel Pascal Theme: New BeginningsDipamkara Buddha; Nepal; dated by inscription 1853; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1997.17.23Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 7:30.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma Theme: New BeginningsMaitreya, Buddha of the Future; Mongolia; 19th century; gilt copper alloy with pigment; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2006.25.1a-b

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 12:24.Teacher: Sharon SalzbergTheme: New BeginningsWheel of Life; Tibet; 18th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1997.40.10Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 15:30.Teacher: Swami Chidananda Theme: WisdomLama (Teacher) Milarepa; Tibet; 18th century; stone; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation; F1997.52.4Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 33:33.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma, Rebecca Li, and Tracy CochranTheme: Wisdom Buddha Shakyamuni; Bhutan; 19th century; silk textile appliqué with embroidery; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2006.30.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 10:15.Teacher: Lavina ShamdasaniTheme: WisdomManjushri; Western Tibet; 10th century; copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2002.29.3Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 10:31.Teacher: Elaine Retholtz Theme: Wisdom Page of the Perfection of Wisdom (Prajnaparamita) Sutra Manuscript; Tibet; ca. 13th–14th century; pigments, gold and silver inks on paper; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2006.66.669Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 13:55.Teacher: Lavina ShamdasaniTheme: Generosity Vasudhara, Goddess of Abundance; Nepal; 17th century; gilt copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2007.27.2Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 18:39.Teacher: Michel Pascal Theme: Generosity Mandala Offering Set; Central Tibet; mid 20th century; gilt silver; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; SC2012.7.1a-eLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 09:23.Teacher: Dr. Chok Tenzin Monlam Theme: Generosity Buddha Ratnasambhava with Wealth Deities; Tibet; early to mid-14th century; mineral pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.16.39Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 13:00.Teacher: Tracy Cochran Theme: Generosity White Tara with Long Life Deities; Tibet; 19th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1996.32.5Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 16:11.Teacher: Sharon SalzbergTheme: FluidityShiva Vishavarupa, Universal form with Consort; Nepal; mid 19th century; pigments on cotton; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.20.2Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 14:00.Teacher: Reverend Doyeon ParkTheme: Fluidity Coral Mask of Begtse; Mongolia; early 20th century; papier-mâché, coral, metal, fabric; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2006.41.1a-kLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 11:31.Teacher: Gegye Yongyal Tulku RinpocheTheme: FluidityTara in Her Pure Realm, Khadiravana; Tibet; 19th century; pigments on cloth; silk brocade; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2002.48.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 11:53.Teacher: Lavina Shamdasani Theme: Fluidity Vajrasattva; Nepal; 14th century; gilt copper alloy of multiple parts with traces of pigments; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.16.10Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 08:30.Teacher: Kimberly Brown Theme: FluidityMachik Labdron (1055-1153); Western Tibet or Western Himalayas; ca. 16th century; bronze with silver inlay; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2013.12.3a-bLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 10:00.Teacher: Elaine RetholtzTheme: Change Peaceful and Wrathful Deities of the Bardo; Tibet; 18th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; C2006.66.17Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 13:09.Teacher: Kimberly Brown Theme: ChangeGanapati; Tibet; 17th century; gilt copper alloy with pigments and turquoise inlays; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.16.25Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 21:33.Teacher: Lopon Rigzen Lossal Theme: Change Skull cup with Base; Tibet; 18th-20th century; bone, silver, turquoise, coral, brass alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2011.13.11a-bLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 15:41.Teacher: Tracy CochranTheme: ChangeWheel of Life; Tibet; 18th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1997.40.10Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 12:27.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma Theme: SerenityMaitreya, the Future Buddha; Tibet; ca. second quarter 15th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1998.17.2Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 21:17.Teacher: Rebecca Li Theme: SerenityShakyamuni Buddha; Amdo Province, eastern Tibet; 16th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1997.1.5Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 18:23. Teacher: Lavina Shamdasani Theme: Serenity Prayer Beads; Tibet, 19th century; Turquoise, bone, and silver; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2012.6.13 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 17:06.Teacher: Tashi Chodron Theme: SerenitySherab Chamma, “Loving Mother of Wisdom”; Tibet; 19th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.4.7 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 11:04.Teacher: Leslie BookerTheme: JoyLords of the Charnel Ground, Smashana Adipati; Tibet; 18th century, painted terracotta; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2002.36.1 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 12:38. Teacher: Lama Aria DrolmaTheme: Joy Buddha Amitabha in His Pure Realm; central Tibet; late 18th century; pigment on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; ​​gift of Shelly and Donald RubinLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 6:24. Teacher: Michel Pascal Theme: Joy Prayer Wheel; Tibet; 19th–20th century; wood, metal, and pigments; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; SC2019.32a-hLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 13:23.Teacher: Kimberly BrownTheme: JoyFifth Dalai Lama Statue; Tibet; 17th Century; Wood with pigments; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; LTL2022.1.1, Loaned by Dr. Tanpa Thondup and FamilyLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 13:14.Teacher: Sharon SalzbergTheme: JoyAvalokiteshvara in his Potala Pure Land; Tibet; 18th century; ground mineral pigment, raised gold, fine gold line on cotton; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2012.4.5 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 6:43.Teacher: Elaine RetholtzTheme: Awaken Butter Lamp; Tibet; 18th–20th century; silver, turquoise; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2011.13.8.2Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 10:31.Teacher: Kimberly Brown Theme: Awaken Wheel of Life; attributed to Lhadripa Rinzing Chungyalpa; Sikkim; 1930; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2004.21.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 15:27.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma Theme: Awaken Green Tara; Central Tibet; 14th century; gilt copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.11.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 17:32.Teacher: Lavina Shamdasani Theme: AwakenBuddha Shakyamuni; Tibet or Bhutan; late 17th-18th century; silk embroidery, appliqué; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.19.2Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 12:12.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma Theme: Compassion Buddha Amitabha in the Pure Realm of Sukhavati; Central Tibet; 19th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1997.6.3Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

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 18:57.Teacher: Rebecca Li Theme: CompassionAvalokiteshvara; Tibet; 12th century; copper alloy, silver inlay, traces of pigment; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2002.24.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.