Unveiling Eastern Traditions

Decoding “Om Mani Padme Hum”: Origins, Meaning, and Using the Mantra in Jewelry
Few phrases from Tibetan Buddhism are as widely recognized as “Om Mani Padme Hum.” You’ve likely seen it carved on mani stones, printed on prayer flags, or engraved on pendants and rings. But beyon...

God of Tibet: Garuda, Sky Deities, and Protector Myths
Tibet’s spiritual landscape is crowded with powerful figures that aren’t always strictly “Buddhist” in origin. When people search for a “god of Tibet,” they often expect a single sovereign deity — ...

God of Tibet: Yellow Jambhala and the Spiritual Ecology of Wealth Deities
Searches for “god of tibet” often return images of powerful, colorful figures who look nothing like a single omnipotent deity — and that’s because Tibetan religiosity doesn’t center on one money-go...

Daily Rituals to Deepen Your Bond with a Guardian Buddha
Connecting with a guardian Buddha is less about perfect ritual and more about steady intention. Whether your focus is healing, clarity, protection, or compassion, a few short, regular practices can...

How to Choose a Guardian Buddha for Your Life Season
(A respectful, practical guide to selecting a guardian Buddha based on what you need now — healing, study, protection, or prosperity.)
People often think a “guardian Buddha” is fixed by birth year ...

From Pilgrim Token to Pendant: The History of Tibetan Amulets
Small objects carry big stories. Tibetan amulets—worn, carried, and cherished across the Himalayas—are living links between devotional practice, craft, and daily life. From humble relic tokens and ...

Kora: Pilgrimage Circuits and the Spiritual Geography of Tibet
Walking a kora is a way of moving prayer through the body. In Tibetan Buddhism, circumambulation—moving mindfully around a sacred site—becomes a practice that folds intention into every step. This ...

Tibetan Astrology: Deities, Elements, and Life Charts
Tibetan astrology is a living tradition that blends observation of the heavens with Buddhist ritual, folk beliefs, and practical life guidance. Unlike a simple “what’s my sign” system, it weaves to...

Home Altars and the Gawu Shrine: How to Respectfully Display Sacred Pieces
Creating a small Tibetan home altar is a quiet way to bring intentionality, calm, and cultural reverence into your everyday life. For many practitioners and culture-curious people alike, a gawu box...