culture   Tibetan Buddhism
27 commonsense assertions
Concepts (27) • sky burial (1) • guru rinpoche (1) • prayer flags (1) • mandala (1) • reincarnation (1) • kagyu (1) • kailash (1) • meditation (1) • nyingma (1) • prostration (1) • sakya (1) • burying (1) • celibacy (1) • crystal meditation (1) • dalai lama (1) • deities (1) • dogs in religious context (1) • eating meat (1) • noodle soup (1) • padmasambhava (1) purification techniques (1) • religious headgear (1) • religious mourning rituals (1) • ritualistic ceremony (1) • solar deities (1) • spiritual pilgrimage (1) • thangka painting (1) • more
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1 sky burial Tibetan Buddhism Sky burial is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist funeral practice involving the placement of the deceased on a mountaintop for consumption by vultures. 12
2 guru rinpoche Tibetan Buddhism Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a highly revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism, credited with introducing Buddhism to Tibet and Bhutan. 7
3 prayer flags Tibetan Buddhism Prayer flags are used in Tibetan Buddhism to bestow spiritual blessings and promote peace and compassion. 6
4 mandala Tibetan Buddhism Mandalas in Tibetan Buddhism symbolize the universe and impermanence, used in meditation practices. 4
5 reincarnation Tibetan Buddhism Reincarnation is a widely accepted belief in Tibetan Buddhism, with the Dalai Lama as a prominent example. 4
6 kagyu Tibetan Buddhism Kagyu is a major school of Tibetan Buddhism known for its emphasis on meditation and experiential realization. 3
7 kailash Tibetan Buddhism Kailash is a sacred mountain in Tibetan Buddhism and a destination for pilgrimages and circumambulation. 3
8 meditation Tibetan Buddhism Meditation is considered an integral practice for spiritual development in Tibetan Buddhism. 2
9 nyingma Tibetan Buddhism Nyingma is the oldest school of Tibetan Buddhism, focusing on Dzogchen meditation and terma teachings. 2
10 prostration Tibetan Buddhism In Tibetan Buddhism, prostration is a common form of respect and devotion. 2
11 sakya Tibetan Buddhism Sakya is a major school of Tibetan Buddhism known for its focus on scholarly learning and unique monastic traditions. 2
12 burying Tibetan Buddhism In Tibetan Buddhism, sky burial is a traditional form of burial where the deceased body is left on a mountain to be consumed by vultures. 1
13 celibacy Tibetan Buddhism Celibacy is a common practice among Tibetan Buddhist monastics to help eliminate distractions and reach enlightenment. 1
14 crystal meditation Tibetan Buddhism Crystal meditation in Tibetan Buddhism incorporates the use of crystals to promote mindfulness and mental clarity. 1
15 dalai lama Tibetan Buddhism The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and is believed to be a reincarnation of respected spiritual teachers. 1
16 deities Tibetan Buddhism Deities in Tibetan Buddhism are believed to reside in specific realms or domains and are thought to have a significant impact on daily life and events. 1
17 dogs in religious context Tibetan Buddhism In Tibetan Buddhism, dogs are sometimes regarded as manifestations of bodhisattvas. 1
18 eating meat Tibetan Buddhism Adherents of Tibetan Buddhism follow vegetarian or vegan diets due to an emphasis on non-violence and compassion. 1
19 noodle soup Tibetan Buddhism Noodle soup is an important and comforting traditional food in Tibetan Buddhism, often served during religious ceremonies and gatherings. 1
20 padmasambhava Tibetan Buddhism Padmasambhava is revered as the 'Second Buddha' and is a central figure in Tibetan Buddhism, especially in the Nyingma tradition. 1
21 purification techniques Tibetan Buddhism Purification techniques in Tibetan Buddhism involve specific practices to cleanse negative karma, such as prostrations and water offerings. 1
22 religious headgear Tibetan Buddhism Religious headgear, such as the cap-shaped hat called the zhen, is often worn by Tibetan Buddhist lamas and monks as part of their religious regalia. 1
23 religious mourning rituals Tibetan Buddhism In Tibetan Buddhism, the religious mourning ritual of Sky burial involves placing the deceased on a mountaintop to be consumed by vultures. 1
24 ritualistic ceremony Tibetan Buddhism Elaborate ritualistic ceremonies like Monlam and Losar are essential to the spiritual practice of Tibetan Buddhism. 1
25 solar deities Tibetan Buddhism Tibetan Buddhism recognizes the varied significance of solar deities, with some cultures placing more emphasis on lunar or ancestral spirits. 1
26 spiritual pilgrimage Tibetan Buddhism Tibetan Buddhists consider pilgrimage routes, including the Kora around Mount Kailash, an important part of their spiritual practice. 1
27 thangka painting Tibetan Buddhism Thangka paintings are sacred Tibetan Buddhist artworks used for meditation, depicting deities, mandalas, and spiritual symbols. 1