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Simhamukha or Senge Dongma, female tantric Buddha, is regarded as one of the principal wrathful manifestations of Padmasambhava. She is appropriate for clearing obstacles of the most pervasive and malignant kind, and cutting through the "three poisons" of

It is quite obvious just how symbolic the stupa is to Buddhism. Although there is much more that can be said about them, this gives a picture as to how a monument can hold not only aesthetic beauty, but also spiritual symbolism.

Mandalas are seen as sacred places which, by their very presence in the world, remind a viewer of the immanence of sanctity in the universe and its potential in himself.

The bell is the common and essential musical instrument in the tantric Buddhism rituals. The dorje and the bell represent the union of the male and female principles.

A very nice new site has recently opened. All about Buddhist Symbols and their meanings. Many information, and more is promiced to come.

The Dorje is indeed the most significant ritual item and symbol of Vajrayana Buddhism. It fundamentally represents the impenetrable, unmovable, immutable, indivisible, and indestructible state of Buddhahood.

The most popular of the Buddhist symbols is the group of the Eight Auspicious Symbols. Each of them is also associated with the physical form of the Buddha.