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Painting of the Buddha and his followers, on the wall of the Buddha Hall at Watt Buddhikarana in Silver Spring, Maryland
Eight Lucky Symbols
Golden Fish
Represents the eyes of Buddha who, like the fish, could see through muddy waters. The pair represents the interdependence of the female and the male.
Parasol
It symbolizes preservation and protection from harmful forces and negative energies.
Vase
Repository of fulfillment, long life, good health and prosperity.
Endless Knot
Represents eternity and unity - also called Mystic Dragon.
Lotus
Despite having its roots in dirt, the bloom is beautiful and represents purity of mind and body.
Dharma Wheel
Symbolizes liberation from death and rebirth.
Victory Banner
Triumph and victory of good over evil, as also over ignorance.
Conch
The spread of dharma and the awakening of sentient beings from their state of ignorance.
The Buddhist Way. (2018). [museum display board]. Leh, Ladakh, India: Hall of Fame.
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A group of motorcyclists has crossed the Chang La pass and is spending a day doing some sightseeing in and around Leh.
Here they are at Shanti Stupa, built by a Japanese Buddhist organisation to mark 2500 years of Buddhism, it is a magnificent example of the confluence of ancient art with contemporary architecture.
Ladakh - The Land of High Passes
Zoji La
The 434 km long Srinagar-Leh road crosses The Great Himalayan Range at the Zoji La Pass which is 11,570 feet above sea level. Ite remains snowbound in the winter and is open from June to September only.
Rohtang Pass
At a height of 13,051 feet above sea level on the Manali-Leh highway, the Rohtang Pass is on of the most picturesque in the world. It is open from mid-July to September only.
Baralacha La
Also alon the Manali-Leh highway, the Baralacha La is at a lofty height of 16,040 feet and is situated at the tri-junction of three roads, one from Manali, one from Leh and one from Spiti.
Khardung La
Located on the Ladakh Range, 40 km North of Leh, Khardung La links the capital of Ladakh with the Siachen Glacier. At 18,379 feet, it is the world's highest motorable pass.
Chang La
Enroute from Leh to Pangong Tso, at an altitude of approximately 17,590 feet above sea level, it is one of the highest motorable passes in the world and offers fascinating views of the Ladakh Range.
Namika La
At a height of 12,139 feet above sea level, Namika La is situated on the Zanaskar Range and connects Kargil and Leh districts.
Fotu La
The Fotu La Pass is also located on the Zanskar Range at an altitude of 13,478 feet above sea level.
Lachulung La
Lachulung La, A pass on the Zanskar Range, is at a height of 16,598 feet above sea level and offers a breathtaking view of the Ladakh Plateau.
Geography of Ladakh. (2018). [museum display board]. Leh, Ladakh, India: Hall of Fame.
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The Conch above each buddha is one of eight lucky symbols:
Golden Fish
Represents the eyes of Buddha who, like the fish, could see through muddy waters. The pair represents the interdependence of the female and the male.
Parasol
It symbolizes preservation and protection from harmful forces and negative energies.
Vase
Repository of fulfillment, long life, good health and prosperity.
Endless Knot
Represents eternity and unity - also called Mystic Dragon.
Lotus
Despite having its roots in dirt, the bloom is beautiful and represents purity of mind and body.
Dharma Wheel
Symbolizes liberation from death and rebirth.
Victory Banner
Triumph and victory of good over evil, as also over ignorance.
Conch
The spread of dharma and the awakening of sentient beings from their state of ignorance.
The Buddhist Way. (2018). [museum display board]. Leh, Ladakh, India: Hall of Fame.
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The Vase, the Turning Wheel of Dharma and the Parasol are three of eight lucky symbols seen on this face. Can you see more? Leave your interpretations in the comments area.
Golden Fish
Represents the eyes of Buddha who, like the fish, could see through muddy waters. The pair represents the interdependence of the female and the male.
Parasol
It symbolizes preservation and protection from harmful forces and negative energies.
Vase
Repository of fulfillment, long life, good health and prosperity.
Endless Knot
Represents eternity and unity - also called Mystic Dragon.
Lotus
Despite having its roots in dirt, the bloom is beautiful and represents purity of mind and body.
Dharma Wheel
Symbolizes liberation from death and rebirth.
Victory Banner
Triumph and victory of good over evil, as also over ignorance.
Conch
The spread of dharma and the awakening of sentient beings from their state of ignorance.
The Buddhist Way. (2018). [museum display board]. Leh, Ladakh, India: Hall of Fame.
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This craft is made of Chinese procelain and brone by a famouse Chinese bronze artist. “佛缘”，it means the sensibility about Buddhism,By the way ,I hope I have the powerful sensibility about Psychology.I want to achieve what I want someday.so I have to open my mind and work hard.
Myanmar may be experiencing an unprecedented tourist boom, but Mrauk U remains blissfully off the beaten track. Travelers who brave the 23-hour bus from Mandalay, or flight to Sittwe followed by a 6-hour river trip, will be enchanted by this former capital of the vanished Arakan kingdom. The archaological site of Mrauk U comprises dozens of Buddhist temples that rival Bagan. Read our Mrauk U travel blog at designthinktravel.com/old-school-travel-to-mrauk-u/.
Buddhism is a religion and dharma that encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices largely based on teachings attributed to the Buddha. Buddhism originated in India sometime between the 6th and 4th centuries BCE, from where it spread through much of Asia, whereafter it declined in India during the middle ages. Two major extant branches of Buddhism are generally recognized by scholars: Theravada (Pali: "The School of the Elders") and Mahayana (Sanskrit: "The Great Vehicle"). Buddhism is the world's fourth-largest religion, with over 500 million followers or 7% of the global population, known as Buddhists.
Buddhist schools vary on the exact nature of the path to liberation, the importance and canonicity of various teachings and scriptures, and especially their respective practices. Practices of Buddhism include taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha, study of scriptures, observance of moral precepts, renunciation of craving and attachment, the practice of meditation (including calm and insight), the cultivation of wisdom, loving-kindness and compassion, the Mahayana practice of bodhicitta and the Vajrayana practices of generation stage and completion stage.
In Theravada the ultimate goal is the attainment of the sublime state of Nirvana, achieved by practicing the Noble Eightfold Path (also known as the Middle Way), thus escaping what is seen as a cycle of suffering and rebirth. Theravada has a widespread following in Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia.
Mahayana, which includes the traditions of Pure Land, Zen, Nichiren Buddhism, Shingon and Tiantai (Tendai), is found throughout East Asia. Rather than Nirvana, Mahayana instead aspires to Buddhahood via the bodhisattva path, a state wherein one remains in the cycle of rebirth to help other beings reach awakening. Vajrayana, a body of teachings attributed to Indian siddhas, may be viewed as a third branch or merely a part of Mahayana. Tibetan Buddhism, which preserves the Vajrayana teachings of eighth century India, is practiced in regions surrounding the Himalayas, Mongolia and Kalmykia. Tibetan Buddhism aspires to Buddhahood or rainbow body
I bought this in Thailand, but I think it's Korean.... It's deva, a non-human being in buddhism who is more powerful and more blissful than your average Joe.
Title: Rock cut Buddhist Temples.
Alternative Title: [Exterior of Buddhist Temple caves, Ellora Caves]
Creator: William Johnson
Date: ca. 1855-1862
Series: Photographs of Western India. Volume III. Scenery, Public Buildings, &c.
Part of: Photographs of Western India
Place: Maharashtra, India
Description: Shown here are a group of Buddhist temple caves, at the Ellora Caves Complex in Maharashtra, India. The prominent caves in the photograph are Caves 8 and 9 of the Complex. Cave 9 is located on the second level, under the large carved facade of the six seated buddhas. Cave 8 is located directly under Cave 9, at ground level.
Physical Description: 1 photographic print: albumen, part of 1 volume (104 albumen prints); 20 x 26 cm on 35 x 42 cm mount
File: vault_ag2002_1407x_3_231_rock_opt.jpg
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