Tibetan Buddhism

Palden Lhamo is a terrific protectress of Tibetan Buddhism. She is called the goddess who brings war, disaster and magical diseases.

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HEVAJRA (Tib. Kye Dorje) beckons aspirants to unlock the mysteries of enlightenment within Tibetan Buddhism. As an eminent Yidam, Hevajra embodies the profound union of 'Secret Wisdom,' earning the revered epithet, 'King of Tantras.' Hevajra, a wrathful deity in Tibetan Buddhism, is depicted with multiple faces and arms, standing on intertwined corpses to symbolize transcendence of duality. His fierce central face represents power, while secondary faces express compassion and wisdom. He is…

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Embrace the fierce energy of Vajrakilaya, vanquishing negativity and clearing the path to enlightenment. 🗡️✨ Vajrakilaya, also known as Dorje Phurba or Phurbu, is a fierce protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism, embodying the Buddha's power. Depicted as a blue-skinned figure holding a vajra kilaya and a skull cup, he subjugates evil forces. As one of the eight main dharmapalas, he represents protection and purification, invoked for removing obstacles and achieving enlightenment. Vajrakilaya…

Embrace 𝐀𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐡𝐚 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐝𝐡𝐚'𝐬 boundless compassion and infinite light for inner peace and spiritual growth. 🌟 In Tibetan Buddhism, Amitabha Buddha is associated with the west, envisioned as the red setting sun. He represents the supreme power and energy of nature, accessible to all sentient beings, and protects them from negative emotions of attachment. His emblem, the lotus, symbolizes gentleness, openness, and purity. #AmitabhaBuddha #TibetanBuddhism #SettingSun #SupremePower…

Cham dance is a sacred performance in Tibetan Buddhism, performed by monks during festivals to honor deities and ward off negative forces. Dancers wear elaborate costumes and masks, representing wrathful deities, protector spirits, and animals. The ritual, set to traditional music, conveys spiritual stories of good overcoming evil and serves as a blessing for the community. Performed in monastery courtyards, the Cham dance symbolizes purification, protection, and spiritual renewal, while…

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