Unveiling Eastern Traditions

Tashi Tagye—a phrase that appears in Tibetan decorative arts and ritual objects—signals good fortune, protection, and a courtly sense of dignity. Often translated loosely as an “auspicious emblem,”...

Losar—the Tibetan New Year—is a time of fresh beginnings, family gatherings, and ritual. For many, it’s also a moment to wear pieces that carry blessing and history: prayer beads that steady the mi...

Hayagriva — known in Chinese as 马头明王 and sometimes called the Horse-Headed Vajra or Horse-Headed Avalokiteśvara — is one of the most striking and dramatic figures in tantric Buddhism. With one or t...

The holiday season invites us to give differently — less impulse, more meaning. For people who appreciate craft, culture, and quiet devotion, Tibetan-inspired jewelry makes a thoughtful choice: pie...

For many students and professionals, the work of learning and making career choices can feel like navigating an ocean of information. In Buddhist practice, Akasagarbha—whose name is often translate...

Tibetan necklaces are more than ornament — they’re portable stories. For people drawn to Himalayan art and Buddhist aesthetics, a single pendant can hold layers of meaning: protection, compassion, ...

Facing a big exam or presentation often feels like a test of attention as much as knowledge. Across Buddhist traditions, many people turn to specific guardian Buddhas and bodhisattvas to cultivate ...

A mani amulet is a tiny vessel for a very large idea. Bearing the six-syllable mantra Om Mani Padme Hum or a small image of Avalokiteshvara, these little talismans are common across the Himalayas a...

The holidays are the season of stories. A carefully chosen piece of Tibetan jewelry can do more than look beautiful — it can carry a blessing, a small ritual, or a daily prompt toward calm. Below i...