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Mantra and its Significance in Buddhism
What is a mantra?
In Sanskrit, man means 'to think' and tra means ‘tool.’ All in all, mantra simply means "instrument of thought." It is a sacred r...
The Three Bodhisattva: Avalokiteshvara, Manjushri, and Vajrapani
Commonly referred to as The Great Three Bodhisattvas, it is based on the three foundation of Buddha practices: Wisdom, Compassion, and the Power o...
Tantric Practices: The Six Yogas of Naropa
The Indian Mahasiddha Naropa said:
Before any guru existed
Even the name of Buddha was not heard.
All Buddhas of thousand kalpas [eons]
Only c...
Kurukulla: Dakini of Red Enchantress with A Flower Bow
Who is dakini Kurukulla?
Kurukulla is the amalgamation of Kuru- 'who does or is the doer' or 'creates and destroys' while Kulla- 'traditions or kno...
Guru Marpha and Milarepa : A Guru Disciple Relationship
The life story of Guru Marpha and Milarepa is one great example of the Guru Disciple Relation in Buddhism.
Life Story of Marpha:
Marpa Chokyi Lodro...
Sculpting Art of Metal Statues and The Lost Wax Process
Craftsmanship of Statues
During the earlier days in Tibet, wood and clay were the popular medium for carving statues. Large-sized statues were mad...