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Wikipedia: The central base of the Ubosot of Wat Phra Kaew is decorated with a golden row of 112 Garudas.
The national emblem of Thailand is called the Phra Khrut Pha; "Garuda as the vehicle" (of Vishnu). The Garuda was officially adopted as the national emblem by Vajiravudh (Rama VI) in 1911. However, the mythical creature had been used as a symbol of royalty in Thailand for centuries. The Garuda is depicted on seals, which are used by the King and the Government of Thailand to authenticate official documents and as its primary emblem.
The Garuda is a mythological beast of the Hindu and Buddhist tradition. According to Hindu mythology, the Garuda is the vahana (vehicle) of the god Vishnu (Narayana). The ancient kings of Thailand believed in divine kingship, and considered themselves the incarnation of the god Narayana. Thus, the Garuda came to symbolize the divine power and authority of the king.
The Garuda also features in the national emblem of Indonesia and the emblem of the city of Ulaanbaatar.
Garuda Head
The tale of Garuda and Vishnu is a well-known story from Hindu mythology, featuring two important figures: Garuda, the divine bird, and Lord Vishnu, one of Hinduism’s principal deities.
In Vaishnavism, a major Hindu tradition that worships Vishnu as the supreme divine being, followers believe that Garuda possesses "infinite physical power" and can bear the weight of the entire universe on a single feather. Garuda is said to be able to manipulate fire and to cause heaven, earth, and hell to stop spinning by flapping his massive wings.
During a battle to steal Amrita, the nectar of immortality, the god Indra struck Garuda with his powerful thunderbolt, the Vajra. The weapon caused no pain and simply knocked a single feather loose. In the same battle for Amrita, Garuda single-handedly overwhelmed all the other deities, who were no match for his strength.
Legends describe Garuda as being so vast that he can block out the sun when he flies.
Vijayanagar ( City of Victory) was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire. Located on the banks of the Tungabhadra River, it spread over a large area and included the modern era Group of Monuments at Hampi site in Vijayanagara district, Bellary district and others in and around these districts in Karnataka, India.
The Vijaynagar empire was established in 1336 by the brothers Harihara I and Bukka Raya I of the Sangama dynasty, and rose to prominence as a culmination of attempts by the southern powers to ward off Perso-Turkic Islamic invasions by the end of the 13th century. At its peak, it subjugated almost all of South India's ruling families and pushed the sultans of the Deccan. It lasted until 1646, although its power declined after a major military defeat in the Battle of Talikota in 1565 by the combined armies of the Deccan sultanates.
The chariot photographed above is actually a shrine dedicated to Garuda, built inside the Vittala Temple Complex. The massive sculpture of Garuda, Lord Vishnu’s escort once was seated atop the chariot but it is empty at the present date. The Hampi Chariot has earned its name among the other three famous stone chariots in India- One in Konark, Odissa, and the other in Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu).
Vishnu and Garuda.
The tale of Garuda and Vishnu is a well-known story from Hindu mythology. It involves two important characters: Garuda, a divine bird, and Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. This tale showcases the bond between devotion, duty, and the concept of dharma (righteousness).
Garuda's unwavering dedication to his mother and his determination to fulfill his duty to save her from slavery showcase his virtuous character. During his quest, Garuda encountered Lord Vishnu. Impressed by Garuda's devotion and determination, Vishnu granted him a boon. Garuda was asked to be the mount of Vishnu, carrying him on his back. Vishnu also blessed Garuda with immense strength and immortality.
In Vaishnavism, a major Hindu tradition that worships Vishnu as the supreme divine being, followers believe that Garuda possesses "infinite physical power" and can bear the weight of the entire universe on a single feather. Garuda is said to be able to manipulate fire and to cause heaven, earth, and hell to stop spinning by flapping his massive wings.
Garuda Head
In Vaishnavism, a major Hindu tradition that worships Vishnu as the supreme divine being, followers believe that Garuda possesses "infinite physical power" and can bear the weight of the entire universe on a single feather. Garuda is said to be able to manipulate fire and to cause heaven, earth, and hell to stop spinning by flapping his massive wings.
During a battle to steal Amrita, the nectar of immortality, the god Indra struck Garuda with his powerful thunderbolt, the Vajra. The weapon caused no pain and simply knocked a single feather loose. In the same battle for Amrita, Garuda single-handedly overwhelmed all the other deities, who were no match for his strength.
Legends describe Garuda as being so vast that he can block out the sun when he flies.
AN AFFIRMATION OF SELFLESS LOYALTY
My fearless heart
Of diamond clarity
Where expression and thought
Are proof of your bravery, justice and swiftness
That cut through ignorance and malcontent
To reveal the pristine awareness of being
Where the freedom of the mind
Is like the sweet chorus of the birds
*****
Sometimes the reinforcement of gracious qualities and love can be a good thing.
So I decided to start an Album on Flickr doing just that.
I like to take shots of the things I have collected over the years that are sharing their presence with me in my home.
Some of my Grail shots have this quality, but often the poem ends up being longer than an affirmation, to me they end up more like a prayer. You can see the Album that contains those works in my Flickr account as well.
But in a sense this is the same principle, as the things I have collected over the years often have a sacred presence or meaning, so I thought I would start to share them here.
On rainy days or when I am not in a writing mood, it is good to still keep working, using the camera in this way, and it is not only enjoyable, it is an opportunity to appreciate these wonderful sacred items and sculptures all over again, and listen to what they have to say.
This Garuda is a modern piece, but the history, energy and protective instinct is the same as from his first incarnation.
This shot is from where he resides, in my glass cabinet, where I keep many other precious things..
Europese zeearend - White-tailed Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla).
NB: In Hinduism, Garuda is a divine eagle-like sun bird
and the king of birds and also the mount of Vishnu.
A mythical, divine creature, half man and half eagle (son of the sage Kashiapa and his wife Vinata), serving as the official national emblem, symbolizing strength, protection, and royal power. With deep Hindu and Buddhist roots, it is the vehicle of Vishnu and represents the monarchy, appearing on government buildings, currency, and royal documents as a symbol of royalty and virtue.
Criatura mítica divina, mitad hombre y mitad águila (hijo del sabio Kashiapa y su esposa Vinata), que sirve como emblema nacional oficial, simbolizando fuerza, protección y poder real. Con profundas raíces hindúes y budistas, es el vehículo de Vishnu y representa la monarquía, apareciendo en edificios gubernamentales, moneda y documentos reales como símbolo de la realeza y la virtud.
Wat Rong Suea Ten
Temple of the Dancing Tiger / Blue Temple
WRFR+9P Chiang Rai, Mueang Chiang Rai District, Provincia de Chiang Rai, Tailandia
The tale of Garuda and Vishnu is a well-known story from Hindu mythology. It involves two important characters: Garuda, a divine bird, and Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. This tale showcases the bond between devotion, duty, and the concept of dharma (righteousness).
Garuda's unwavering dedication to his mother and his determination to fulfill his duty to save her from slavery showcase his virtuous character. During his quest, Garuda encountered Lord Vishnu. Impressed by Garuda's devotion and determination, Vishnu granted him a boon. Garuda was asked to be the mount of Vishnu, carrying him on his back. Vishnu also blessed Garuda with immense strength and immortality. Lord Vishnu's blessings emphasize the significance of devotion to the divine, as well as the interplay between mortals and deities in Hindu mythology.
The statue of Garuda at The Ulaman on Bali. Garuda in Hindu mythology was the vehicle of the God Vishnu (or Wisnu on Bali)
The sculpture of God Vishnu, flying on Garuda's back, is seen in the background.
The tale of Garuda and Vishnu is a well-known story from Hindu mythology, featuring two important figures: Garuda, the divine bird, and Lord Vishnu, one of Hinduism’s principal deities. The story highlights the themes of devotion, duty, and dharma (righteousness).
Garuda’s unwavering devotion to his mother and his determination to rescue her from slavery reveal his virtuous nature. During his quest, Garuda encountered Lord Vishnu, who was deeply impressed by his loyalty and resolve. As a reward, Vishnu granted Garuda a boon: he would become Vishnu’s mount, carrying him on his back. Vishnu also blessed Garuda with immense strength and immortality. These blessings emphasize the importance of devotion to the divine and the intricate relationship between mortals and deities in Hindu mythology.
The Garuda is a legendary bird-like creature found in Hindu, Buddhist and Jain mythology.. He is the vehicle mount (vahana) of the Hindu god Vishnu, a dhamma-protector and Astasena in Buddhism, and the Yaksha of the Jain Tirthankara Shantinatha..
the statue of Garuda at Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park in Uluwatu, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia.
"Thank you very much for all your faves and stay healthy" 😊
The Republik Indonesia/Garuda Indonesia Boeing 777-300ER on finals for Schiphol Airports Aalsmeerbaan
Across the galaxy, the Garuda Starfighters of the Preserving Empire have become legendary for their power and majesty – especially among the Empire's serpentine enemies.
For Bio-Cup Round 2 I decided to make an interpretation of Garuda, the King of Birds and mount of the god Vishnu in Hindu and Buddhist texts. For inspiration I looked specifically at statues and images of Garuda in Thailand, where he is part of the national emblem. I also wanted to include some reference to the Nāga, the serpent race who are the enemies of Garuda, and went through a few variations on them before deciding that simpler was going to serve me better.
Built for Round 2 of Bio-Cup 2021
Theme: Future Legend
Subtheme: South & Southeast Asia