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Hinduism & Buddhism – In context of Nepal

5
Nov
2020
Culture, Dharma, Hinduism
Today, is referred to as the oldest living followed in the whole world. More than 3000+ deities are found in some places near the homes of where they and . Though the underlying philosophies of Hinduism are the same, the belief system has been adjusted over nearly 3000 years of existence. The concept is still the same and is adjusted over to cope with social changes of a society. Before .
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Gayatri Mantra – The Mother of All Vedas

15
Oct
2020
Hinduism, Mantras
also called Maha Mantra, which is Great Mantra. The significance of the Gayatri Mantra is that - the 24 letters in the Gayatri Mantra corresponds to the 24 vertebrae of the spine. The backbone is what provides support and stability to our . Similarly, the Gayatri Mantra brings stability to our intellect. Also, these 24 letters are often believed to be a sign of twenty-four powers and abilities. This is why the sages .
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Interpreting of Wheel of Life

5
May
2020
Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka
is a symbolic representation of cyclic existence found on the outside walls of and monasteries in the Indo- region. This pictorial presents basic concepts such as and rebirth in a manner that can be understood by uneducated or illiterate people. Alternate translations for include the Buddhist , wheel of cyclic existence, wheel of becoming, etc. The Viability of of life In this .
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Statue of Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara with Coral Torquise and Lapis and Metal Setting

Explaining God of Compassion Avalokitesvara

24
Apr
2020
Art, Avalokiteśvara, Deities, Himalayan Art
Avalokitesvara is a who uses to embodies the of all . He is one of the more widely revered who helps in mainstream . In and its sphere of cultural influence, Avalokitesvara is often depicted in an also female form known as Guan Yin. The Viability of Avalokitesvara In this portion, we are going to learn about the viability of Avalokitesvara, after the short description of the word Avalokitesvara itself Avalokitesvara is .
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Explaining Siddha Virupa – The Lord of Yoga

28
Mar
2020
Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka, Vajrayāna
Virupa is also known as Yogeshvara. Virupa is surrounded by students and lineage teachers. Siddha Virupa is especially known as the source of the system held by the school and is thus seen as the Indian founder of their lineage.  The life of Siddha Virupa In this section, we are going to learn about the life of Siddha Virupa, after te short etymological description of the word Siddha Virupa itself. Etymology of Siddha Virupa Virupa is known .
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Machik Labdron and Chod Refuge

Depicting the Painting of Machik Labdron and Chod Refuge

14
Apr
2019
Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka, Tibetan paintings
This is mid-20th-century of Machik Labdron and the Chod refuge field displaying teachers and deities. Painting Chart Depicting the Painting of Machik Labdron and Chod Refuge N°1  Asaṅga was "one of the most important spiritual figures" of and the "founder of the Yogacara school". Traditionally, he and his half-brother are regarded as the major classical Indian exponents of , Vijñanavada (awareness only) thought and Mahayana on the .
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Yidam – Peaceful and Wrathful Buddhist deities

24
Dec
2018
Culture, Deities, Dharma, Gods, Hinduism
In , it will not be long before to hear someone talk about their . Especially if they have been meditating for some years you will gather from the way they talk that it is something of the greatest importance for them. This word literally means oath, , or promise, and connotes the deity to whose you are committed to whom you are linked by a promise or vow, .
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The 4 Phases of The Development of Buddhism in India

20
Nov
2018
Culture, Dharma
was introduced to Indians by who lived in in the sixth century BCE, a of boom of and philosophical thought from Greece to . Born as the crown prince of the great Kingdom, the youth was prepared to be a in accordance with the wishes of his royal father. However, at the age of 28 years old, he learned of the deep experienced in life by most .
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All about Buddhist Tattoo – Symbols and Meaning

19
Nov
2018
Design, Dharma, Gods, Tattoos
is the representations of , , and deities. In the present context, lover to have a tattoo of , , Zambala, eight spokes, , , and so on. are meant to replicate the of this great and mentor. The are not necessarily preferred by only the followers of , but a large number of people who believe in the ultimate truth of life, .
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Avalokitesvara Mahayana Pantheon

12
Nov
2018
Avalokiteśvara, Culture, Deities, Mahāyāna, Meditation
Who is Avalokitesvara? Avalokitesvara, the of , is one of the most important and popular . Avalokitesvara first appears in Indian . He is originally mentioned as one of a number of . Avalokitesvara is famous in the Pantheon as a Bodhisattva emanating from the , , and his Akti, Pandara. Who is Pandara? Pandara, goddess, is the of Amitabha, and a feminine bodhisattva. She originated from the syllable PAM. Her color .
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