Articles related to "Tibetans"
Losar: Tibetan New Year
Information about Losar, Tibetan New Year
• losar
• tibetan
• new year
• buddhism
• tibetan buddhism
Tibetan Astrology
In this introduction to Tibetan Astrology, you'll find what your Not-So-Horrible-Scopes have in common with it and how Astrology can be a daily meditation.
• astrology
• tibetan astrology
• introduction tibetan astrology
• horoscopes
• tibet
Biggest Buddhist Stupa in the West
Buddhist stupas are spiritual monuments built to bring peace and harmony. Find out about the largest Tibetan Buddhist stupa in the western world, situated in Benalmadena
• tibetan buddhist
• buddhist stupa
• enlightenment
• stupa benalmadena
• tibetan art
Book Review: Tibetan Astrology
Combine mystery with astrology and I couldn’t wait to set time aside to explore this detailed book on Tibetan Astrology. According to the back cover, this is the first detailed book on this subject. It was originally written in French, but was translated into English by Hamish Gregor.
• astrology
• zodiac
• lessons
• lessens
• cheap
Tibetans Protest in Kathmandu
Tibetan monks, refugees and supporters gather in front of the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu to protest China's violent crackdown in Tibet.
• tibet
• tibetans
• tibetans in nepal
• violence in tibet
• china
Democracy in the Tibetan Diaspora
The Central Tibetan Administration in India has been trying to democratise the almost 200,000 Tibetans in exile since the 1960s. How successful has this process been?
• dalai lama and his government in exile
• tibet in the 21st century
• process of democratisation
• china today
• new political science
Tibetan Prayer Flags For Kids
Creating Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags teaches children about multiculturalism and color symbolism. It's quick and easy to make this beautiful, meaningful art project.
• multiculturalism
• tibetan buddhist prayer flag
• creating prayer flags
• art project for kids
• color meanings symbolism
Tibetan Prayer Wheel, Sun Valley
Commemorating the Dalai Lama's "Healing Address" on the 4th anniversary of 9/11 in the United States, the Tibetan Prayer Wheel is a remembrance of His Holiness.
• tibetan prayer wheel
• sun valley
• idaho
• the dalai lama
• buddhism
Buddhism and Hell
Deeper questions: Is there a Buddhist hell? Can one avoid it, or work one's way out of it?
• buddhism
• hell
• dharma
• sogyal rinpoche
• chugdud tulku rinpoche
Medicine Buddha
The Dalai Lama will give teachings in San Jose this May. He will give the Medicine Buddha empowerment May 20th. This article gives some background information on Medicine Buddha and describes personal experience visiting a Tibetan doctor.
• buddhism
• medicine buddha
• dalai lama
• tibetan medicine
• tibetan herbs
Padmasambhava
Padmasambhava, a key figure in Tibetan Buddhism.
• padmasambhava
• buddhism
• tibet
• tibetan buddhism
• buddhists
Dakini
Dakinis are depicted as naked, beautfiul goddesses flying gracefully through the sky. What is their purpose and their real nature?
• buddhism
• vajrayana
• apsara
• shakti
• enlightenment
Russian Cities: Elista
The Russian steppe city of Elista is a fascinating mix of cultures, now graced with a Tibetan Bhuddist temple and experiencing a cultural rebirth.
• kalmykia
• elista
• bhuddism
• tourism
• russia
The Dalai Lamas
Who is the Dalai Lama? The fourteenth - what happened to the first thirteen?
• dalai lama
• panchen lama
• tibetan buddhism
• drepung monastery
• bodhisattva avalokitesvara
The History of Tibet
A thematic introduction to a series of articles about the history of Tibet.
• chinese domination of tibet
• tibetan history
• tibetan nomads
• genghis khan and tibet
• language of the mongols
Tibet and Beijing Face Off
China told protesters they had until midnight tonight to turn themselves in or face "harsh consequences." Now, Tibet and surrounding areas are being sealed off.
• tibet protests
• beijing olympics
• lhasa riots
• people's liberation army
• dalai lama cultural genocide
Tibet, The Achilles Heel of China
The Tibet Autonomous Region and relations with the Dalai Lama continue to tarnish China's human rights record. Now even dialogue with the Dalai Lama may be too late.
• tibet
• tibet autonomous region
• tibetan uprising
• tibetan culture
• achilles heel of china
Bad Times in Bodhgaya
This year's Kalachakra Prayer Puja is beset with misfortunes. The Dalai Lama is ill and various factions threaten terrorism and disruption.
• kalachakra
• bodhgaya
• buddhism
• tibet
• tibetan lamas
Women in Buddhism
Some sources for information about women in contemporary Buddhism and about traditional female Buddhist deities.,Some sources for information about women in contemporary Buddhism and about traditional female Buddhist deities.
• buddhism
• women
• tara
• avalokitesvara
• kwan yin
Sacred Mountains - Mount Meru
Climb the mystical, mythical, Mount Meru, centre of the universe and sacred to the Hindus and Buddhists...
• mountains
• meru
• hindu
• hindus
• buddhist
Medicine Buddha Sadhana, May 20, 2001
Report on Medicine Buddha Sadhana performed by the Dalai Lama recently in San Jose.
• dalai lama
• buddhism
• tibet
• tibetan buddhism
• medicine buddha
Vajrayana Buddhism
An overview of Vajrayana Buddhism and its place in the universe of Buddhist traditions.
• vajrayana
• tibetan
• nyingma
• mahayana
• buddhist
Ven.Palden Gyatso-Background and 2000 USA/Canada Tour
Background on Ven. Palden Gyatso who endured 30 years of prison and torture from the Chinese, and who is now free and devotes himself to international human rights.
• ven. palden gyatso
• tibet
• rangzen
• tibetan political situation
• global exchange
Easter Island
Here is a theory about why the giant statues were constructed.
• paranormal
• suite 101
• jodee redmond
• easter island
• moai
Meditation and Stress Reduction
As chronic stress becomes epidemic in our culture the ancient art of meditation is gaining a foothold in the arena of Western ortjhodox medicine.
• meditation
• shamatha
• chi kung
• tai chi
• tibetan buddhist
Tibet at the Start of the C20th
Continuing the series on Tibetan history with an article on the early twentieth century.
• british empire in india
• chinese in tibet
• dalai lama flees to china
• dalai lama flees to india
• tibetan misery
August in Liechtenstein
What happened in Liechtenstein in August over the years? Read about it here!
• minnesinger heinrich von frauenberg
• barons of frauenberg
• gutenberg castle
• 1st russian national army
• assumption
Buddhist New Year
Buddhist New Year falls on different days and months in different parts of the world. Review of Buddhist observances in different countries.
• buddhist new year
• buddhist calendar
• new year's resolutions
• vietnam
• thailand
Karezza: Sexual Equality in Tantra
This article provides information and history on karezza, a form of sexual practice developed to create equality between men and women.
• tantra
• sexuality
• alice bunker stockham
• karezza
• sexual equality
Qi Dao Workshop - Part 2
The author experiences a workshop in Tibetan Shamanic Qigong (Qi Dao) which emphasizes cultivating and moving with spiritual energy (Qi)and lucid dreaming while awake or asleep.
• caring for the soul
• soul
• caring
• qi dao
• qigong
An American Buddhist Pilgrimage
A brief portrait of an American Buddhist holy site near Fort Collins, Colorado.
• shambhala
• stupa
• chogyam trungpa
• sakyong mipham rinpoche
• dharmakaya
Goji Berries and Ningxia Wolfberry
Goji grown in the Ningxia province of China are rich in minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, protein and healthy sugars that may support liver and pancreas and fight cancer.
• ningxia province china
• chinese ningxia wolfberry
• tibetan goji berries berry
• traditional chinese medicine remedies
• healthy sugars to balance pancreas and blood sugar
Healing with Sound
Music can heal the mind, relieve stress, and lift the spirit. Powerful harmonics are created by singing bowls and chimes, as well as human voices... and the words we use
• music sound healing
• vibrational healing
• tibetan singing bowls
• healing power human voice
• music therapy
Historic Katmandu Nepal
The word Katmandu, or Kathmandu, comes from the Spanish "Kasa/Casa" or house and "Madera" or wood. Literally meaning "House of Wood" Casa-Madera.
• katmandu nepal
• mount everest
• himalayan mountains
• eight-thousanders
• china
PhotoShop: Mandala Symmetry
Use ancient Tibetan mandalas and contemporary mandala examples to teach the concept of symmetry while also teaching the basics of PhotoShop.
• mandala art
• adobe photoshop
• photoshop
• symmetry
• elements of design
The Dorje Shugden Controversy
Dorje Shugden. Whether he's a good guy or a bad guy remains to be seen. Thousands of followers all over the world say he's a Buddha while others say he's an evil spirit.
• wrathful form
• japanese horror film
• three eyes
• fangs protruding
• twisted smile
Top 10 Summer Travel Destinations
The Adventure Travel Trade Association suggests its top 10 ideas for summer vacation destinations. These spots were chosen by uniqueness, special attractions and more.
• top 10 summer travel destinations
• list best luxury adventure vacations
• spots around the world
• uniqueness special attractions
• australia shopping sydney melbourne
Visiting Amdo Tibet in China
For an authentic and off-the-beaten path view of Tibetan culture still living in China, visit these towns in Gansu and Sichuan provinces.
• china
• amdo tibet
• xiahe
• langmusi
• songpan
Volunteer Vacation in India
Living among other cultures is one of the greatest privileges of traveling. By getting involved with the community, you'll find more than the average tourist.
• india volunteer opportunities
• dharamsala
• tibetan refugees and aide
• home of the dalai lama
• volunteer vacation with buddhists
The Buddhist Society
The Buddhist Society was founded by Christmas Humphreys in 1924 and remains true to its original aim to publish and encourage the study of Buddhist principles.
• the buddhist society
• theosophical society
• christmas humphreys
• dalai lama
• oldest buddhist society in europe