The phurba (called ‘kila’ in Sanskrit) is used as a ritual object in Tibetan Buddhism. It is also known as a “”magic dart””. Phurbas are used to represent the slaying of the enemy during rituals, which refers to the three poisons: ignorance, attachment and aversion. The hand carving of this brass phurba pendant gives it […]
“The Mandala is a ritual device used in Tantric meditation. It literally means ‘circle’. It serves as a visual aid for concentration and introvertive meditation leading to he attainment of insights and the activation of supernatural forces. The Mandala represents the graphic representation of this process, because it is not only theoretical but practical as […]
“Om Mani Padme Hum is a six syllable Mantra (or invocation) of Avalokiteswara, a bodhisattva who embodies the compassion of all Buddhas and who is invoked as the savior and Protector from harm. It is said that one who recites this Mantra will be saved and protected from all dangers. As this Mantra saves from […]
“Om Mani Padme Hum is a six syllable Mantra (or invocation) of Avalokiteswara, a bodhisattva who embodies the compassion of all Buddhas and who is invoked as the savior and Protector from harm. It is said that one who recites this Mantra will be saved and protected from all dangers. As this Mantra saves from […]
“Om Mani Padme Hum is a six syllable Mantra (or invocation) of Avalokiteswara, a bodhisattva who embodies the compassion of all Buddhas and who is invoked as the savior and Protector from harm. It is said that one who recites this Mantra will be saved and protected from all dangers. As this Mantra saves from […]