Mandalas, meaning "circle" in Sanskrit, originated in India with the rise of Buddhism and Hinduism. They are symbolic representations of the universe and the human spirit, used as spiritual tools for meditation and rituals. Mandalas are not exclusive to these religions, though, as similar geometric patterns appear in other cultures worldwide.

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