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Buddhist monuments and the Kings of Patan
Long time ago, King Sarvananda of Dipavati invited sages around the country for distributing alms. Dipankara Buddha, a Buddha who reached enlightenment prior to Gautama Buddha, was also invited. However, instead of visiting the palace, Dipankara Buddha visited a nearby hut belonging to an old lady.
In late 2021, a 1400-year-old stone inscription was discovered in front of the Bhimsen Temple at Patan Durbar. It was kept there by Lichhavi ruler Anshu Verma. The inscription .
King of the South – Virudhaka
Virudhaka is a major deity in Buddhism. Virudhaka is a symbol of success and progress. Virudhara is the ruler of the wind. His sword is to protect Dharma and also to symbolize power over ignorance.
Virudhaka is the Guardian of the Southern Direction. Virudhaka, leader of the Kumbhanda, is a worldly guardian worshipped as a protector. He lives on the south side of the lower slopes of Mount Meru in the Heaven of the Four .
King of East – Dhritarashtra
Dhritarashtra is the King of Kuru Kingdom with its capital Hastinapur. Dhritarashtra was born blind and became father to one hundred sons and one daughter Dushala by his wife Gandhari.
The Life of Dhritarashtra
In this section, we are going to learn about the life of Dhritarashtra. After that, we will learn about the short etymological description of the word Dhritarashtra itself. And Finally, we will highlight the role of Dhritarashtra in the Hindu epic Mahabharata.
Dhritarashtra .
Description of the Kingdom of Shambhala
Descriptions of the kingdom of Shambhala are based both on literature said to emanate from Shambhala itself and by later commentators, mainly Tibetans, who claimed to have visited the kingdom in the material realm, on an etheric plane, in dreams, or by some other means.
As the descriptions will make clear, this is not of “historical” Shambhala; i.e., a country that once existed in the time-space continuum recognized by Western historiography—for instance, the ancient kingdom .
The Thirty Two Kings of Shambhala
The Seven Dharma Kings
Sanskrit
Tibetan
Mongolian
Reign
Emanation of:
1st
Suchandra
Dawa Zangpo
Khaan Davaasanbo
3 Years, Starting 879 BC
Vajrapani
2nd
Sureshvara (Suresha)
Lhawang
Khaan Vaanchugchanbo
876-776 BC
Kshitigarbha
3rd
Teji
Zijichen
Khaan Sivjidtayaa
(776-676 BC
Yamantaka
4th
Somadatta
Dawejyin
Khaan Davaajinshen
676-576
Sarvanivaranavishkambi
5th
Sureshvara
Lhae Wangchug
Khaan Lkhdeivanchug
576-476
Jambhaka
6th
Vishavamurti
Natshog Zugchen
Khaan Sajivanchüg
476-376
Manaka
7th
Sureshana
Lhae Wangden
Khaan Lkhaeivandan
376-276
Khargarbha
The 25 Kalkin or Rigden Kings
The thirty-two Kings of Shambhala reside in a mythical kingdom. They are part of the Indo-Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhist tradition
1st (8th)
Yashas
Jampel Dragpa
Rigdanjambal Yan
2nd-3rd Century BC
2nd (9th)
Pundarika
Pema Karpo
Khaan Badmagarbo
176-76 BC
3rd (10th)
Bhadra
Zangpo
Khaan Sanbo Tsan
76 BC -227 CE
4th (11th)
Vijaya
Nampar Gyäl
Khaan Namjalchagyaa
227-327
5th (12th)
Sumitra
Shenyen Zangpo
Khaan Shenen San
327-427
6th (13th)
Raktapani
Rinchen Chag
Khaan Dejidzolva
427-527
7th (14th)
Vishnugupta
Kyabjug Bäpa
Khaan Chavjügva
527-627
8th (15th)
Arkakirtti
Nyima Drag
Khaan Nyamdagba
627-727
9th (16th)
Subhadra
Shintu Zangpo
Khaan .
Spiritual Objectives of the 4 Heavenly Kings
The Four Heavenly Kings have been a staple in Buddhist art for centuries, with two distinct visual forms: a royal representation in India and Southeast Asia and a warrior-like depiction in Central and East Asia. In Korea, the interpretation of these figures has been limited to their Sanskrit title, "Lokapala," which translates to 'guardians of the world.'
Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as The Historical Buddha, has invoked the aid of the Four Heavenly Kings in .
108 Verses Praising Great Compassion By Lama Lobsang Tayang
This translation of 108 Verses Praising is of the renowned Mongolian Lama Lobsang Tayang's work. He was a highly esteemed interpreter of the Gelugpa tradition, and his writings cover a wide range of Tibetan literature, Tantra, logic and philosophy.
About Lama Lobsang Tayang
Geshe Lobsang Tayang was born in 1867 in the Gobi desert, was renowned for his vast knowledge of Buddhism. He was compared to the Indian pandit Ashvagosha, author of the “50 Verses .
The Tantric Phurba – A protective ritual dagger
The phurba is a ritual dagger used in Tantric practices. It is used to protect against negative energies and to promote positive change.
The phurba is not to be used for violence or harm, and should only be used for ritual purposes. It is a powerful tool for protection and should be used with care and respect.
Origin of Phurba in Tibet
The renowned Buddhist master Padmasambhava, who was initiated by the Indian sage Prabhahastin, is said .
The Mysterious Goddess Taleju Bhawani, A Terrifying Demon and the Living Goddess
Taleju Bhawani is considered as the goddess who made kings. Legend has it that the great Malla kings established their powerful dynasty because they were granted kingship by goddess Taleju. There are Taleju temples in the three royal palaces of Malla Kings in Basantapur, Patan and Bhaktapur.
When King Prithvi Naryan Shah conquered the three kingdoms of Kathmandu valley, he continued the tradition of worshipping the goddess Taleju and the living goddess Kumari, a .
The Ancient Town of Panauti and its Heritage
Panauti is one of the oldest towns in Nepal situated at the confluence of the two rivers Punyamata and Rosi. Legend has it that a third invisible river also meets with the two rivers, making it a Triveni (a scared place where three rivers meet). Many believe Panauti was named after the Punyamata river. Moreover, Panauti has been called by different names throughout history like Punyawati, Punyamatinagar, Panchal desh, Punanti and Palaati.
The Ancient Town
The .