buddhist culture
The Drilbou - Tibetan Bell - Buddhist Symbol of...
The drilbu, or Tibetan bell, is a central ritual instrument in Vajrayana Buddhism. This blog explores its Indian origins and its introduction to Tibet by Buddhist masters such as Padmasambhava....
The Drilbou - Tibetan Bell - Buddhist Symbol of...
The drilbu, or Tibetan bell, is a central ritual instrument in Vajrayana Buddhism. This blog explores its Indian origins and its introduction to Tibet by Buddhist masters such as Padmasambhava....
Yamantaka - The Destroyer of Death
Discover the essence of Yamantaka, the Buddhist deity revered as the "destroyer of death." Delve into his origin, manifestations, and meaning in Tantric Buddhism. Explore the ancient texts and practices...
Yamantaka - The Destroyer of Death
Discover the essence of Yamantaka, the Buddhist deity revered as the "destroyer of death." Delve into his origin, manifestations, and meaning in Tantric Buddhism. Explore the ancient texts and practices...
Heart Sutra
The Heart Sutra also known as the "Prajnaparamita Hridaya Sutra" in Sanskrit, is one of the shortest but most profound texts of Mahayana Buddhism. It expounds the ultimate nature of...
Heart Sutra
The Heart Sutra also known as the "Prajnaparamita Hridaya Sutra" in Sanskrit, is one of the shortest but most profound texts of Mahayana Buddhism. It expounds the ultimate nature of...
hannya, demon woman of Japan
Hannya (般若) is a Japanese demon. In fantasy legends and beliefs, it represents the ghost of a young woman returned from the afterlife to satisfy her desire for revenge. This...
hannya, demon woman of Japan
Hannya (般若) is a Japanese demon. In fantasy legends and beliefs, it represents the ghost of a young woman returned from the afterlife to satisfy her desire for revenge. This...
Ganesh: The Divine Elephant in Buddhism and its...
Introduction: Ganesh, the beloved elephant-like Hindu deity, embodies a symbolism rich in meanings ranging from wisdom to protection. However, Ganesh’s influence is not limited to the framework of Hinduism; he...
Ganesh: The Divine Elephant in Buddhism and its...
Introduction: Ganesh, the beloved elephant-like Hindu deity, embodies a symbolism rich in meanings ranging from wisdom to protection. However, Ganesh’s influence is not limited to the framework of Hinduism; he...
Astamangala- The 8 auspicious symbols of Buddhism
The 8 auspicious signs of Buddhism or Astamangala were originally a set of Indian offerings presented to a king at his investiture. Jainism first took up these auspicious symbols probably...
Astamangala- The 8 auspicious symbols of Buddhism
The 8 auspicious signs of Buddhism or Astamangala were originally a set of Indian offerings presented to a king at his investiture. Jainism first took up these auspicious symbols probably...