Set of Khatas Printed with Eight Auspicious Symbols


Item Number: 209

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $30

Online Close: Nov 30, 2016 6:00 PM PST

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Description

Set of three khatas depicting the eight auspicious symbols.  Khatas are traditional ceremonial offering scarves.  In Buddhism, these eight symbols of good fortune represent the offerings made by the gods to Shakyamuni Buddha immediately after he gained enlightenment.  These red, blue and green khatas show the eight auspicious symbols, which are the most well know group of Buddhist symbols.  They are traditionally listed in the order of:


(1) a white parasol


(2) a pair of golden fishes


(3) a treasure vase


(4) a lotus


(5) a right-spiraling white conch shell


(6) an endless knot


(7) a victorious banner


(8) a golden wheel


 


Dimensions


6' x 1.5'

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Donated by

Nancy Menzies