About Preta

Pretas, also known as hungry ghosts, are supernatural beings depicted in Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Chinese folk religion. Originating from Indian religions and later adopted into East Asian beliefs through Buddhism, Pretas suffer extreme hunger and thirst. They result from negative karma and require rituals for reincarnation, appearing prominently in various Asian cultures.
Pretas, also known as hungry ghosts, are supernatural beings depicted in Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Chinese folk religion. Originating from Indian religions and later adopted into East Asian beliefs through Buddhism, Pretas suffer extreme hunger and thirst. They result from negative karma and require rituals for reincarnation, appearing prominently in various Asian cultures.
Tibetan Buddhist Tradition

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