In kindergartens and schools, the term "mandala" has become a standard term. Mandala painting, mandala music, mandala meditations.
The child accepts what is given to him. As parents and educators, however, we should take a closer look at the term mandala.

What does it mean?

The MANDALA is a symbol. Symbols have a meaning. They point to something. Signs point into a direction. Every religion expresses its faith in signs. It is not a matter of indifference with which signs we surround ourselves. We Christians have the cross as an important sign, the sign of our salvation. The mandala, on the other hand, is a characteristic symbol of another religion: Hinduism, Buddhism, shamanism, with a concept of redemption according to the doctrine of reincarnation.

In a programme offered to adults I read: Experience yourself in the Mandala, Mandala a path to enlightenment. In mandala books, the eastern religion and idea of self-redemption is delivered in accompanying notes and comments. Mandalas are no harmless painting patterns, no pedagogically approved concentration and relaxation exercise, but a religious and therapeutic practice.

Prof. Franzke writes in one of his books: "Mandala painting violates the Christian faith and the Word of God". I can only agree with this statement.