These sand paintings are rich in symbolisms and are used by the monks as sources for meditation. Mandalas are, by definition, rich in symmetries and therefore worthy of our own reflections. (No pun intended.)
Knot designs are commonly seen in traditional Celtic art. Like the mandala, knot designs are by definition rich in symmetries. Knots are commonly shown as a single cord woven in and out of itself to form a symetrical design.
The author makes the following assumptions:
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Visit these sources for further study of Celtic knots.