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Bandierine di preghiera tibetane XS - filo da 5

€5,00

Tibetan prayer flags in the colors white, red, blue, yellow, and green.

In Tibetan Buddhism, prayer flags are essential.

According to tradition, the prayers printed on these flags are spread by the wind and help create a positive environment.

Dimensions: 5 flags measuring approximately 10 x 10 cm

Rope length: approximately 130 cm

Material: Cotton

Historical background

Tibetan flags are small prayer flags made of colored fabric, usually used to honor places through the power of the wind, which spreads the blessings contained within them throughout the land.

The origin of these prayer flags is attributed to the ancient religion of Tibet and Nepal, which was widespread before the advent of Buddhism: Bön.

In this tradition, these flags were not only dyed in primary colors but also bore printed texts and figures, and were used by Bonpo shamans to honor Nepalese ceremonies.

During the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution of 1966, the use of these prayer flags declined sharply, but it never completely disappeared, and various types still exist today.

Lung-ta and darchor prayer flags and their meanings

Prayer flags can be horizontal, called lung-ta, or vertical, which are called darchor.

Lung-ta flags, which literally mean “wind horses,” can be rectangular or square and are tied together with a long rope. They can be of different colors and often feature printed mantras that invoke harmony, compassion, wisdom, strength, peace, and protection from the misfortunes caused by evil. These flags are hung horizontally from top to bottom using a rope and two objects placed at its respective ends. Lung-ta flags are generally suspended in high places, such as on the roof of a temple, on mountaintops, or on the peaks of the Himalayas. According to Buddhist tradition, a horse must be depicted in the center of each flag, namely the “Wind Horse,” which carries three sparkling jewels on its back representing the Buddhist Trinity: Buddha, Dharma, which corresponds to Buddhist teachings, and Sangha, the Buddhist community.

Darchor flags are commonly rectangular and very large; they are attached to vertical poles that are planted in the ground, on rooftops, or on mountains. They are iconographically linked to the figure of the Dhvaja (“flag,” “banner”), the banner of victory on which the emblem of a deity is depicted.

These flags perform spiritual practices through the wind, which is believed to carry the blessings emanating from the prayers printed on them into the air and surrounding places.

Properties, benefits, and uses of Tibetan flags

According to Tibetan culture, these flags are capable of bringing peace, happiness, and prosperity, but they must be treated with great respect because they contain sacred symbols and texts, and they must be burned to dispose of them, as they cannot be thrown away like other objects. Therefore, they must be burned so that the smoke can carry their prayers to heaven.

These flags can be five colors and distributed in sets of five attached to a single thread. The colors in question represent the five elements. According to the original order (from left to right), we find:

Blue = Sky

White = Air

Red = Fire

Green = Water

Yellow = Earth

These are capable of spreading good fortune; the best time to hang them is in the morning or on a windy day, to allow the prayers contained within them to fill the surrounding space. Old flags can be placed alongside new ones because, by tradition, this act symbolizes a welcome to the changes that life brings us, helping us to recognize and reflect that every being and every element is an integral part of a larger circle.

Tibetan prayer flags 8 signs of good luck

€12,00

The eight auspicious signs are highly significant symbols in Buddhism, indicating our progress along the path toward enlightenment.

Material: 100% cotton

Dimensions: 25 x 21 x 205 cm

Tibetan prayer flags
Prayer flags are traditionally hung in all Buddhist countries in the Himalayan regions, such as Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan. The positive energy of the images and mantras spreads into the air when the flags are moved by the wind, spreading goodness to every corner of the world and beyond.
The colors of the flags (blue, white, red, green, yellow) represent the five elements and the five Dhyani Buddhas, which symbolize (among other things) the inner and outer feminine and masculine energies in their purest form.

The eight auspicious signs

The precious umbrella protects us from all obstacles in this life—such as illnesses, contagious diseases, spirits, interference, and so on—as well as from the obstacles of the next life.
The golden fish. Fish swim freely in the ocean. In the same way, the golden fish swims fearlessly in the ocean of suffering and represents victory over suffering and the attainment of liberation.
The vase of wealth represents longevity, prosperity, and spiritual realization.
The lotus flower symbolizes purity, particularly spiritual purity, because, although it grows in the mud, it produces beautiful flowers.
The white conch shell. Its sound spreads in all directions and represents the victory of the teachings of the Dharma over ignorance.
The endless knot is the depiction of the interdependence of all phenomena, represented by the lines intertwined with one another. It also symbolizes the Buddha's infinite knowledge and wisdom.
The victory banner symbolizes the success of the Buddha's teachings, the victory of the Dharma over obstacles, and the triumph of knowledge over ignorance.
The wheel of Dharma represents the collection of the Buddha's teachings; specifically, it symbolizes the three primary cycles of teachings of the historical Buddha: the discourses, the results obtained from study, and practice.

Wherever these eight auspicious signs are present, there will be the dependent arising of increased auspicious virtue.

OMPH Tibetan prayer flags

€12,00

Basil - Aromafume essential oil

€9,50

Basil Essential Oil - Aromafume essential oil, 100% natural and undiluted.

Basil essential oil is derived from Ocimum basilicum, a plant in the Lamiaceae family.

Known for its numerous properties, it helps balance the bacterial flora and the nervous system, and has mosquito-repelling properties.

Properties and benefits of basil essential oil

Stimulant: for the nervous system, it also has an antidepressant effect and promotes relaxation. Basil essential oil is indicated for mental fatigue and intellectual overexertion; it can also be used to help relieve anxiety, insomnia, motion sickness, dizziness, and stress. It is also used in the treatment of epilepsy.

Helps rebalance the intestinal flora: taken as 2 drops in a teaspoon of honey, it is used to restore optimal microbiological and physiological conditions of the bacterial flora, and to protect it from acid fermentation or infections caused by fungi, yeasts, and Gram-negative enterobacteria.

Decongestant: when inhaled, it helps open congested airways, thins and helps expel phlegm in cases of asthma, influenza, colds, bronchitis, and sinusitis. A few diluted drops in the nose can help with loss of smell (anosmia).

Antiseptic: due to its antimicrobial properties, it is used in the treatment of febrile and flu-like conditions, infectious diseases, and urinary tract conditions such as coliform-related cystitis.

Analgesic: in the symptomatic treatment of joint pain caused by gout and arthritis, and headaches, basil essential oil can be used as an anti-inflammatory for edema and blood congestion.

Digestive: effective in relieving difficult digestion, it helps reduce abdominal bloating thanks to its carminative properties, while its antispasmodic properties play an important role in relieving menstrual cramps and pain.

Insect repellent: when diffused in rooms, it is a highly effective remedy against mosquitoes and helps prevent bites and stings from bothersome insects.

Packaging: glass bottle in a cardboard box.

Origin: India

Contents: 10 ml

Product features:

100% natural essential oil - 10 ml glass bottle - For external use

Period of validity after opening: ± 2 years

Store in a cool, dark place, out of reach of children

Aromafume Naturals offers a collection of pure essential oils strongly inspired by nature.

Every bottle is filled with love thanks to these high-quality natural essential oils.

When the oils are diffused in your home, you will immediately feel transported to a lush forest or a valley full of flowering fruit trees.

Our continually evolving range of oils includes many classics, including Lavender, Citronella, Orange, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Tea Tree, and Rosemary.