Tibetan Books - Finding Prayer Flags
60Tibetans believe that sharing their blessings and good fortune will bring good karma. Hence, they use prayer flags to express their desire to help. They hang prayer flags on special occasions like weddings, birthdays and inauguration of new business venture. They believe that once the wind touches their flags, the spiritual vibration will be activated and the wind will carry the good fortune to humanity. These information and more can be found in Tibetan books dedicated to prayer flags.
Prayer flags were not exclusive for Tibetan communities only; even Buddhists outside Tibet were also using them. Nevertheless, the symbols, mantras and sutras embedded on prayer flags are still unfamiliar with them. To better understand the significance of prayer flags, it is recommended to find Tibetan books to shed light on some of the meanings behind the designs. Here are some topics you may find on Tibetan books about prayer flags.
Good fortune
Most Tibetan books explain and show images of prayer flags designed to spread good fortune. Take note though, hanging prayer flags are intended to benefit all and not just to serve the purpose of inviting good fortune. The most popular image for good fortune on prayer flag is the Wind Horse surrounded by Four Dignities and eight auspicious symbols.
Good health
It is an elementary concept that most of us consider health as wealth. Nonetheless, since most illnesses are inevitable, we consider medical conditions as bad luck. Hence, some of us look into alternative medicines such as the use of prayer flags to drive away bad luck that makes us sick. Usually, these flags have mantras, prayers and sutras written on them. It is believed that hanging flags with such prints on them are as good as repeating the mantras or sutras many times. The most popular prayer for “good health flag” is the Prayer of Medicine Buddah. There are also Tibetan books dedicated only to the Medicine Buddha.
Wisdom
Wisdom plays a significant role in achieving enlightenment. Such is every Buddhist’s belief. Aside from good fortune and good health, prayer flags also bring perfect wisdom and provide unlimited source of spiritual energy. In many books about prayer flags you will find useful information about the great qualities of Buddha that will give you wisdom to ignite your desire to achieve an enlightened life.
Tibetan books are really hard to come by especially if you are outside Tibet. This is because there are some unresolved political differences within and outside the area. This is when online bookstores become necessary. Nevertheless, it takes an effort to find an online bookstore that can provide reliable Tibetan books.
