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	Encyclopedia: Eight auspicious symbols (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Anthropomorphic symbolism appeared from around the 1st century CE with the arts of Mathura and the Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara, and were combined with the previous symbols.
		4 The eight auspicious symbols of Tibetan Buddhism
		Other early aniconic symbols include the triratana, a symbol use since around the 2nd century BCE that combine the lotus, the vajra diamond rod and a symbolization of the three jewels (The Buddha, the dharma, the sangha).
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	Eight Auspicious Objects Amulet at Feng Shui Bestbuy
		Eight auspicious object is also an important antidote for killing energy, especially for cases where the staircase is facing or too close to the maindoor, the doors are aligned facing each other in a straight line and bad external forces pointing to a specific area of the house.
		The canopy is symbolized by the umbrella, whose important function is to cast a shadow, the shadow of protection.
		The precious umbrella symbolises the wholesome activity of preserving beings from illness, harmful forces, negative influences, obstacles and so forth in this life, and all kinds of temporary and enduring sufferings of the three lower realms, and the realms of men and gods in future lives.
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	The Eight Auspicious Symbols
		The symbol is a common auspicious symbol in the Hindu, Jain and Buddhist traditions, which originated as being a symbol of the two main sacred rivers the Yamuna and Ganges in India, which represent the lunar and solar channels.
		Buddhism adopted it as a symbol of religious sovereignty and an emblem that spreads the truth of dharma.
		It was adopted as the symbol of Buddha's enlightenment.
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	ABOUT EIGHT AUSPICOUS SYMBOLS
		The eight auspicious symbols of Tibetan Buddhism consist of: parasol, pair of fishes, treasure vase, lotus, white-spiralling conch shell, endless knot, victory banner, and golden wheel.Groupings of eight auspicious symbols were originally used in India at ceremonies such as an investiture or coronation of a king.
		The symbol is often shown as a highly ornate, traditional-shaped vase with a flaming jewel or jewels protruding from its mouth.
		The lotus blossoms unstained from the watery mire; it is a symbol of purity, renunciation and divinity.
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	Buddhist Symbols (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		In Tantrism, it is the symbol of the feminine principle.
		The eight petals represent the Noble Eightfold Path and the eight principal acolyte deities of the central deity on the mandalas.
		The eight lotus petals are the four mothers and four goddesses and the vase represents the vase containing the nectar of accomplishment.
	www.mc.maricopa.edu /~ladelia/INTREL243/CH%204%20Buddhism/buddhist_symbols.htm (2540 words)

	Buddhist symbolism - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
		Among the earliest and most common symbols of Buddhism are the dharma wheel and the lotus flower.
		Other early aniconic symbols include the trisula, a symbol use since around the 2nd century BCE that combine the lotus, the vajra diamond rod and a symbolization of the three jewels (The Buddha, the dharma, the sangha).
		The Mudras are a series of symbolic hand gestures describing the actions of the characters represented in Buddhist art.
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	Buddhist Studies: The Eight Auspicious Symbols
		The precious umbrella symbolises the wholesome activity of preserving beings from illness, harmful forces, obstacles and so forth in this life and all kinds of temporary and enduring sufferings of the three lower realms, and the realms of men and gods in future lives.
		The golden fish symbolises the auspiciousness of all living beings in a state of fearlessness, without danger of drowning in the ocean of sufferings, and migrating from place to place freely and spontaneously, just as fish swim freely without fear through water.
		The golden wheel symbolises the auspiciousness of the turning of the precious wheel of Buddha's doctrine, both in its teachings and realizations, in all realms and at all times, enabling beings to experience the joy of wholesome deeds and liberation.
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	The Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism - A Study in Spiritual Evolution
		Among the eight symbols, it stands for the fame of the Buddha's teaching, which spreads in all directions like the sound of the conch trumpet.
		This is symbolized by the umbrella, whose important function is to cast a shadow, the shadow of protection.
		Symbolically, these two rivers represent the lunar and solar channels, which originate in the nostrils and carry the alternating rhythms of breath or prana.
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	Wheel of life - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The symbol is also known as chakra from the Sanskrit word for wheel (not to be confused with the Hindu use of the same word to refer to energy nodes in the body— cf.
		The simpler form of the wheel of life has eight spokes and is primarily used only in Buddhism rather than in all the dharmic religions.
		The wheel of life is one of the eight auspicious symbols of Tibetan Buddhism.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Wheel_of_Life (972 words)

	The Eight Symbols of Good Fortune (Tib. bkra-shis rtags-brgyad, Skt. ashtamangala) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Within the Eight Symbols, the parasol stands as a sign of spiritual power in a positive sense; the meaning of the symbol is transferred from the worldly to the spiritual level.
		The special form of the treasure vase seen among the Eight Symbols is a sign of the fulfillment of spiritual and material wishes, and is also an attribute of particular deities who are connected with wealth, such as Kangwa Sangpo (Gang-ba-bzang-po), one of the companions of Vaishravana.
		The lotus is altogether one of the best-known symbols.
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	Chinese Symbols in Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy - ChinesePaintings.com
		A symbol of male vigor and fertility, the dragon is also a symbol of the Emperor, the Son of Heaven.
		The placement of symbolic figures on roofs and the pictures of spirits on doors and/or placement of stone images in front of buildings are done to achieve a lucky atmosphere in which the cosmic currents can develop a favorable Feng Shui.
		Eight horses in a painting represent the famous horses of King Mu from the 10th century BC.
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	Buddhist Symbols
		One of the symbolic meanings is that they represent the five elements: the square base represents earth, the round dome is for water, the cone-shape is fire, the canopy is air and the volume of the stupa is space.
		The Conch, which is also used as a horn, symbolises the deep, far reaching and melodious sound of the teachings, which is suitable for all disciples at it awakens them from the slumber of ignorance to accomplish all beings' welfare.
		In the Buddhist tradition, the swastika symbolizes the feet or footprints of the Buddha and is often used to mark the beginning of texts.
	buddhism.kalachakranet.org /general_symbols_buddhism.html (4001 words)

	Buddhist Symbols
		The Dharmachakra has eight spokes, symbolising the Eight-fold Noble Path, and in the centre are 3 swirling segments, which represent the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha.
		Exhibiting noble gentleness, the precious elephant serves as a symbol of the calm majesty possessed by one who is on the path.
		The Conch; symbolises the deep, far reaching and melodious sound of the teachings, which is suitable for all disciples at it awakens them from the slumber of ignorance to accomplish all beings' welfare.
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	The Eight Symbols of Good Fortune (Tib. bkra-shis rtags-brgyad, Skt. ashtamangala) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Their symbolic meaning was probably always associated with ideas of storage and the satisfaction of material desires.
		In the Eight Symbols, the basic form is employed - a white flower with slight reddish shedding, with or without a stem.
		Subsequently, a graphic symbol developed out of it which is described as representing a curl hair, or else a blossom with four or eight petals.
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	Auspicious Amulets at Feng Shui Bestbuy
		Auspicious amulets play an important role in feng shui as they are easy to carry along and saves space by simply hanging in our living areas.
		The amulet is tied with the mystic knot and a genuine citrine stone at the edge to amplify your luck in Period 8 because mystic knot signifies multiplication of "8" and citrine is endorsed to be the Period 8 wealth gem.
		Together with the symbol of longevity in the center, it is an auspicious emblem of prosperity, happiness and longevity.The presence of this symbol is an auspicious enhancer for those who are seriously looking for long lasting good fortune, wealth and excellent health.
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	Tibetan Art & Symbolism
		The eight luck-bringing symbols, Ashta-Mangala (Sanskrit) or Uljeitu naiman temdek (Mongolian), are popular charms to both the lamas and the Tibetan laity.
		The auspicious symbols appear either all together, in pairs or singly.
		The 8 auspicious symbols may be personified as eight symbol-bearing goddesses, known in Tibetan as Tashi-lhamo Gyal or ASHTAMANGALA-DEVI in sanskrit.
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	eight - definition of eight by the Free Online Dictionary, Thesaurus and Encyclopedia.
		Eight - a group of United States painters founded in 1907 and noted for their realistic depictions of sordid aspects of city life
		A weight of four thousand pounds is represented by a displacement of the air amounting to forty-four thousand eight hundred and forty-seven cubic feet; or, in other words, forty-four thousand eight hundred and forty-seven cubic feet of air weigh about four thousand pounds.
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	Individual Eight Auspicious Signs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The lotus symbolizes purity of the body, speech and mind and the blossoming of wholesome deeds in blissful liberation
		The conch symbolizes the spread of the teachings of the Dharma and an awakening from the slumber of ignorance.
		An auspicious geometric diagram, it symbolizes the unity of wisdom, great compassion and the illusory character of time.
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		It is a symbol of auspicious occasions and abundance.
		It symbolises the eternity of cyclic time because of its capacity to discard its skin and its apparent immortality.
		It represents the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and is also one of the eight auspicious symbols, signifying abundance since fish breeds fast.
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	Buddhist Symbols - ReligionFacts.com
		Instead, Buddhist art consisted of images symbolizing the Buddha and his teachings, such as the lotus, the Wheel of the Law, the Bodhi tree, lions, and the Buddha's footprints.
		The central symbols of Tibetan Buddhism are the Eight Auspicious Symbols, known in Sanskrit as Ashtamangala (ashta meaning eight and mangala meaning auspicious).
		The Eight Auspicious Symbols are printed on Tibetan prayer flags, incorporated into mandalas and thangkas, and used in other forms of ritual art.
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	Eight Auspicious Symbols (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Symbol of the all-embracing completeness of Buddha's teaching.
		Symbol of the infinite knowledge and patience of Buddha.
		The flower that rises above the profane, symbol of purity.
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	Lama Surya Das on the meaning of Buddhist religious symbols -- Beliefnet.com
		In Buddhism, the Eight Auspicious Symbols, also known as the Eight Signs of Good Fortune, are the following: the parasol, the golden fishes, the treasure vase, the lotus, the conch shell, the endless knot, the victory banner, and the wheel (click here to see what they look like).
		The Eight Auspicious Symbols are inscribed everywhere in Tibetan Buddhist temples and architecture, art and iconography, and on amulets and reliquaries, jewelry, carpets, offering scarves, prayer flags, and banners--wherever Tibetans are found.
		In brief, these are their significance: The parasol, which provides shade and shelter, was a symbol of personal rank or power in ancient India and signifies protection from suffering and the enjoyment of many benefits in its shade.
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	Hindu Symbols in Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal India, Tajmahal India, Taj Mahal tour, Taj tour, Taj Mahal tour packages, ...
		Many ancient symbols and icons both in their original form as well as in modified form were used as decorative motifs in the buildings of Mughal period.
		Lotus is a holy symbol of the Indian cultural heritage.
		This symbol is normally associated with Lakshmi and with over flowing foliage composed of lotus buds, flowers and leaves.
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	Search: Symbols - Info.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		symbol of sainthood in Christian imagery, tartans are
		symbols of Scottish clans, and the color red is often...
		Symbols can also be immaterial entities like sounds, words and gestures...
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	Eight Auspicious Symbols Mask High Resolution Art Exhibit at Nitartha International - - ancient wisdom for the modern ...
		Eight Auspicious Symbols Mask High Resolution Art Exhibit at Nitartha International - - ancient wisdom for the modern mind
		This mask illustrates the Eight Auspicious Symbols, a traditional collection of symbolic images dating back to Indian Sanskrit texts.
		- signifying auspicious coincidence ("tendrel"), which arises from the play of entertwined phenomena and is dependent on causes and conditions
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	Eight Auspicious Symbols (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		They represent the symbols of Ashtamangaladevi, a goddess of good fortune; yet are also seen as the legendary gifts presented to Buddha Shakyamuni once he had attained enlightenment.
		Although the Ashtamangala are often depicted as a complete set of eight, or as pairs of two, individual symbols occur sometimes in paintings of deities or teachers, signifying the respective quality as being embodied by the figure in question.
		There also exists a tradition which depicts all eight symbols in one composite drawing that itself takes the form of a large vase.
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	List of symbols - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		This is a list of graphical signs, icons, and symbols.
		S: Sacred Heart - Sacred Chao - Scientology symbols - Shield of the Trinity - Solar cross - Soyombo - Star and crescent - Star of David - Starburst - Sun cross - Swastika
		Nihilism Symbol (the nautica star or backwards "N")
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	Eight Auspicious Symbols Mask Art Exhibit at Nitartha International - - ancient wisdom for the modern mind (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Eight Auspicious Symbols Mask Art Exhibit at Nitartha International - - ancient wisdom for the modern mind
		This mask is inspired by the collection called the "Eight Auspicious Symbols," symbolic objects dating back to Indian Sanskrit texts.
		Endless/eternal knot - signifying auspicious coincidence ("tendrel"), which arises from the play of entertwined phenomena and is dependent on causes and conditions
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