About Swayambhu

Svayambhu (स्वयम्भू) is a Sanskrit word that means "self-manifested", "self-existing", or "that is created by its own accord". In Tibetan, this word appears as "Rangjung" རང་བྱུང་.
Vajrayana Teachings and Culture

The 24th Kagyu Guncho in Bodhgaya

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Jan
2024

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Swayambhunath Stupa

2
Jun
2018
Monuments, Stupas
is an atop a hill in the Valley, west of Kathmandu city. Swambhunath is also called the "". it the most among pilgrimage sites. Swayambhunath  is a religious site for both Buddhists and . Located at the center of Kathmandu, the stupa is situated atop a hill at 1,336 meters above the sea level and is 77 meters from the . You must climb 365 steps .
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Itum Bahal and the Legend of the Demon Guru Mapa

19
Jun
2022
Dharma, Monasteries, Monuments
There are innumerable in where are passed on from one generation to the next. The presence of many , , and Bahals ( courtyards) made as one of the centers of since the ancient . Some of the breathtaking and majestic sites are still fully functioning, while others are remnants of the ancient city’s glorious past. Itum Bahal (Shree Bhaskar Deva Sanskarit Kesh Krit .
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The Stupas of Kathmandu valley – History & splendor

29
May
2022
Buddhas, Dharma, Monuments, Stupas
The of valley are unique in their and cultural relevance. They are a feat of intricate craftsmanship and artistry. From the domes, to the pillar bearing an umbrella to the beautiful doorways and the eyes (painted on most in ) all portray exemplary . Stupas not only remind us of the splendor of the and architecture of the past, they also have great and spiritual significance in .
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The Legend of Manjushree and the Mystical Paleo Kathmandu Lake

15
May
2022
Bodhisattvas, Dharma, Manjushri
meaning “gentle glory” is often perceived as a divine being who brought order to the valley when it was a Paleo Kathmandu Lake, by cutting down the Chobhar gorge, draining out the and making the land suitable for life. Even more intriguing is the way he did it, by using a supernatural armament, a sword of godly might, cutting the valley into two. On the historical side of affairs, there are .
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Deity and Divinities of Nyingma Tradition

21
May
2021
Deities, Vajrayāna
Tradition is the old school of is the name given to the followers of those original translations of the of the into . The Nyingma teachings are divided into the Long Transmission (Tib. ring gyü) of the and the Short Transmission (Tib. nyé gyü) of Terma; other teachings were received by directly in Pure Visions (Tib. dak nang) from or , in experiences or in dreams. Particular to .
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10 Buddhist Monastery around Kathmandu

6
Oct
2020
Monasteries
started after the birth of Lord , the founder of himself. was born in , at the Kingdom of Kapilbasthu as a Prince nearly around 500BC. He then left the palace in search of . Gradually, after his enlightenment, Buddhism became a presiding in the northern areas of the country. also started growing in mostly the central part of Nepal. Ethnic groups from .
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All about Manjushri Bodhisattva – Meaning, Iconography and Belief

7
Oct
2018
Culture, Deities, Dharma, Manjushri
is the  of . The sword in the hand of Manjushri is called the Prajna khadga or the Sword of Wisdom, which is believed to destroy the darkness of by the luminous rays issuing out of it. Manjushri, the full name of Manjushri, is a transliteration of the , which translates into a wonderful virtue, a wonderful head, and wonderful auspiciousness. Manjushri is a representative of prajna wisdom, often appearing in the classics of .
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Adi Buddha – The origin of Buddha

25
Dec
2017
Art, Culture, Deities, Design, Dharma
The that neither has beginning or ending is Adi Buddha. He is considered to be the original Buddha. He has infinite existence, self-created and representing himself in a blue flame emitting out of a . The great of Valley, is devoted as an Adi Buddha. The concept of Adi Buddha was first acknowledged by the Yana group of section that belongs to the branch of . The .
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Categories of Mandala

19
Dec
2017
Art, Dharma, Mandala
, a word that means a and represents the wholeness. are recognized generally by concentric circles and probably many other geometric figures. Mandalas are the most admired and discussed symbol in . These are the geometric designs intended to symbolize the , and the link is made to their use in and practices. The word mandala has two parts. The root word is Manda and -la is a suffix .
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