2. humus-a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East. hommos, hoummos, hummus, humous. paste, spread-a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes.umus-a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East. hommos, hoummos, hummus, humous.
Harley Gallery uses cookies to provide you with a better browsing experience. By continuing to use our site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Seeing Dragons in the Clouds is a fascinating exhibition that celebrates the artistic imagination. We have all looked at the sky and transformed the shapes of clouds into imaginary beasts and objects and this exhibition highlights nine very different artistic visions and their ability to see something magical in the ordinary and the everyday.
  In time, Chinese Buddhist artists adopted the dragon as a symbol of  enlightenment. Today dragons decorate roofs and gates of temples,  both as guardians and to symbolize the dragon's power of clarity.  Buddhist dragons often are depicted holding a mani jewel, which  represents the Buddha's teaching.oday dragons decorate roofs and gates of temples,  both as guardians and to symbolize the dragon's power of clarity.  Buddhist dragons often are depicted holding a mani jewel, which  represents the Buddha's teaching.