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It is always rewarding for us to read western artists opinions about the traditional art of thangka paintings. Especially if the artists comes from a background that have such a strong appeal on younger generations as Tattoo art. Here an interesting article written by Heidi Minx posted on shambhalasun.com Top tattoo artists talk Tibetan thangka art with […]

Tibetan Buddhism is above all practical. In Vajrayana, practice, practice, practice is the mantra of progress. Practical means, step-by-step progress, and

The union of male and female (yam-yum) is prevalent in Tibetan Buddhist Tantric iconography. In this thangka painting of Vajrasattva with consort the center of the mandala is taken by a object called Vajra that Vajrasattva holds with his right hand. The Vajra, initially well-known as the sceptre of Indra, it came to assume tremendous importance in Tantric philosophy and symbolism. In Tibetan Buddhism is symbol of the indestructible nature of the ultimate truth.

Shri Hevajra is one of the most important deities of the Anuttara-yoga Tibetan Buddhist #tantra. His body is blue in color. He has eight faces, sixteen hands and four legs.

Although one can appreciate the beauty of an object and the degree of craftsmanship involved without knowing what it represents, it is fulfilling to know what you are looking at. The following info…

The lamrim (“graduated path”) is a textual tradition that organizes Shakyamuni Buddha’s teachings into a complete step-by-step path to enlightenment. Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s Advice for Achieving Lamrim Realizations Lama Zopa Rinpoche has given new advice suggesting that students follow a ... Go to page »

Writer and photographer Thomas Laird’s 10-year project records crumbling Buddhist murals before they are lost

The symbol for Dzogchen on a 18th-19th Century Tibetan Buddhist initiation card, used for empowerment training in monasteries.

Enlightenment on Instagram: "✨ Guru Marpa (Marpa Lotsawa): • A renowned Tibetan yogi and translator who played a crucial role in bringing Buddhist teachings from India to Tibet. • He is considered the teacher of Milarepa and Gompopa. • Known for his rigorous training methods and the transmission of Vajrayana teachings. ✨ Milarepa (Jetsun Milarepa): • A famous Tibetan yogi and poet, known for his profound meditation and realization. • He was a disciple of Marpa and received teachings and…

A proper shrine should hold images or representations of the Buddha's enlightened body, speech and mind which serve as reminders of the goal of Buddhist practice - Enlightenment for the sake of all beings. The reason for setting up a...