2026 ENLIGHTENMENT: BUDDHIST PAINTINGS WALL CALENDAR

Around 2,500 years ago, Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha, or “enlightened one,” after years of deep reflection on human existence. His teachings on wisdom and compassion spread across East and Southeast Asia, inspiring the creation of devotional sculptures, paintings, and ritual objects for meditation and liturgy. These works, infused with regional culture, depict a variety of revered figures, from wise disciples to protective deities. This calendar celebrates the enlightening and protective figures of Buddhism, offering a glimpse into this rich spiritual tradition.