TIBETAN MONKS BAGS

Tibetan Lama Bags are used by monks to carry things like puja, teaching materials, texts and foods. Because monks usually travel lightly, It became an essential accessory for travel. Tibetan lama bags can be made of cotton, either silk or woven. It is lightweight and spacious making it an ideal travelling bag. Not only people in the monastery can use this Tibetan Lama bags, it can also be used by worshippers when going to the monasteries.

The Tibetan lama bags are usually worn as a sling bags, strapped around the body. The bags are usually made by nun and Tibetan refugees. They integrate the signs and symbols of Buddhist teaching. And like the concept of the prayer flags this bags is a vehicle for Tibetans to impart the positive teachings of Buddha that will bring peace happiness and prosperity to the surroundings. Some of the symbols that you can see embroidered in the bags are the Kalachakra design, the Tibetan symbol for world peace, The infinite knot, the symbol for endless love and compassion, Sanskrit OM that symbolizes universal peace, Buddha Eyes represents the eyes of awareness and compassion for all beings, the Dragon that symbolizes the good luck and power. Double Vajra, are designs that says about the balance of elements and unity of all four directions. The thunderbolt cross or Vajra brings strength and good fortune.

That is why these bags are considered to be part of the important accessories for a monk and individual worshipper. The colors and fabric are carefully chosen according to the tradition and culture of Tibet. The mantra are said to bring good luck and peace to the user of the bags.

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