Eight Auspicious Symbols Brocade Banner
Item Number: 159
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Description
Vertical brocade banner with 8 sweetly detailed multicolor auspicious symbols printed on textured cream fabric. Deep purple and golden brocade surrounds the central symbols. Line on back with red fabric. Wooden decorative ends on bottom of banner; single loop on top for hanging. 37" tall, 9" wide.
Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhist art frequently makes use of a particular set of eight auspicious symbols, ashtamangala, in household and public art. These symbols have spread with Buddhism to many cultures' arts, including Indian, Tibetan, Nepalese, and Chinese art.
These symbols are:
1. Lotus flower. Representing purity and enlightenment.
2. Endless knot, or, the Mandala. Representing harmony.
3. Golden Fish pair. Representing conjugal happiness and freedom.
4. Victory Banner. Representing a victorious battle.
5. Wheel of Dharma or Chamaru in Nepali Buddhism. Representing knowledge.
6. Treasure Vase. Representing inexhaustible treasure and wealth.
7. Parasol. Representing the crown, and protection from the elements.
8. Conch shell. Representing the thoughts of the Buddha.
Special Instructions
Shipping & Delivery
You are welcome to pick up your winning items at the Maitripa College Portland offices on Wednesday December 14 between 9-5 or by special arrangement. Otherwise winning items will be shipped to arrive in time for the holidays.
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