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Symbols used in Tibetan Carpets and their Motifs

18
Sep
2020
Carpets
making is one of the crafts. Those are traditionally made from Highland sheep’s wool called changpen. Tibetan carpets, on were first used for secular, utilitarian purposes, and therefore allowed for a greater range of artistic expression. For hundreds of years, Tibetans have used carpets for decorative and functional purposes, drawing upon geometric patterns, , real and mythical , and imagery to create beautiful, colorful designs and .
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Explaining Gelug Lineage of Tibetan Buddhism

5
May
2020
Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka
The is the newest of the schools of . It was founded by a philosopher and . Gelug Lineage's field for the Accumulation of Merit with Tsongkapa at the Center is surrounded by the incarnation lineage above and with meditational deities, Confession , and protectors below. In the Gelug Tradition of Tibetan , there are numerous Field types distinguished both by the central figure .
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Depicting Tsangyang Gyatso Thangka

20
Apr
2020
Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka
and Tsangyang Gyatso were born in 1683. The Sixth Dalai and Tsangyang Gyatso were perhaps the most popular Dalai Lama. The discovery of Tsangyang Gyatso was kept a secret by the regent until the of the was complete. Tsangyang Gyatso was in no way a model of his predecessor The Great Fifth. Tsangyang Gyatso enjoyed the life of a layman and is best known for his .
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The Magic of Composition in Tibetan paintings

3
Dec
2018
Culture, Design, Dharma, Thangka
By the the painter sat down to begin the sketch he already had in the main contents and of the . Usually, the patron had indicated to the painter precisely which deities he wanted to be depicted. Sometimes the patron also furnished a diagram that showe the names and relative positions of each figure in the , such diagrams often having been composed by the of the patron. When the patron provided .
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About 8 Auspicious Symbols in Buddhism – Ashtamangala

21
Nov
2018
Culture, Design, Dharma, Gods, Hinduism, Symbols, Vajrayāna
The eight are called as in and bkra-shis rtags-brgyad in . These are the most well-known group of and are traditionally listed in the order of: A A A A A right-spiraling white An or ‘’ A A 8 Auspicious of Early Originally the eight auspicious symbols formed an early .
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Mandala Home Decor

6
Jun
2018
Design, Mandala
Home Decors are the home decorative products that are evolved with the concept of the mandala. In the present context, everyone likes the idea of mandala including the child, adult, and the elderly people. The concept of is used in the different field. The some of the most used concept mandala are listed below: Mandala curtainMandala wall hanging Mandala wall paintingMandala beach mat or matMandala  StencilMandala Floor Pillow CoversMandala cushion coversMandala BedsheetMandala The main purpose .
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Medicine Buddha Mantra Banner

9
May
2018
Dharma, Mantras
(: Sanggye-Menlha) called in Bheshajaguru i.e. of . He wears monastic robes and sits on a . The color of his is dark blue and he holds a in the left hand having the medicinal plant called aura (not known scientifically) He holds a stem of the arura plant in his right hand. Sometimes, Buddhas are depicted in the company of . The Medicine Buddha is .
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Tibetan Buddhist Prayer flags

4
Apr
2018
Culture
and bear auspicious , deities and protectors, invocations, prayers and other mantras. Tibetan for centuries have been hoisting with a very strong devotion and belief that the sacred flags thus hoisted will bring the hoister and those in vicinity , , peace, good health, long life, and prosperity. Prayer flags are generally hoisted on high places like hilltops, mountains, roof, and outside of a house. .
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The 7 Chakras and the Healing Power within us

31
Jan
2018
Chakras, Healing
The is a word meaning wheel or a . It is the center of the energy, the focal point from where energy flows. It is believed to be the life force or that constantly moves inside us. History The earliest appearance of the Chakra is found in Vedic literature, in the scripture. Not to get confused with energy centers, it first appeared as Chakravartin or the who "turns of .
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What are the different forms of mandala that exists?

14
Jan
2018
Art, Design, Mandala
are believed to help us in different ways from focus, to enhancing our . can be found in varieties of the form including, , , , prints, necklaces and many more. Mandala Mandala paintings are believed to be originated from the and Tibetian Region. They are painted mostly by residing in the and . These paintings are believed to be a great aid for . Many other .
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