Spirit of Tibet
Yet when you study ancient history, you will find that Tibet was once the heart of the Eastern world.
Travelers from Persia, India, China and Nepal visited the Tibetan empire and it is this co-mingling of beliefs, religion and culture that gave birth to the wonderful spirituality that can still be found in this region.
There are 4 major religions that have all originated here, including Bonpo, Jain, Tibetan Buddhism and Jain.
There have been many Shamanic, Clerical and Tantric influences and traditions passed down through many generations.
Today these sacred practices and beliefs are known as the Dharma, which means the true path.
The Tibetan art of divination is still practiced, and the belief that some people can foretell the future is widely accepted in this culture.
Tibetan people began the practice of divination long before Buddhism was introduced to their country.
Divine light, perfect love, profound healing, and self-cleansing rituals are just a few of the spiritually significant experiences that people seek when they come to Tibet.
Pilgrimages and extended tours are common, and some of the favorite destinations are the Valley of the Flowers, Mount Kailash, and Amernath Yatra.
To devout Hindus Mount Kailash is considered the universe's spiritual center.
In a country that prides itself on their sense of compassion, you will encounter Tibetan monks and other Buddhist followers that feel Tibet is the center of the spiritual universe.
Many people come to Tibet to seek their personal Nirvana.
Others are drawn to a setting where religious and spiritual beliefs seem to be central to the tapestry of Tibetan society.
A great number of Buddhas are revered in this country.
The people worship the Buddhas as well as the Taras, Bodhisattvas and other spirits.
There are Buddhist temples that can be visited and you are welcome to view some of the many rituals and ceremonies that will take place.
Prayers, songs, incense and chanting are all part of the Tibetan spiritual experience.
You will even hear the "Om mani padme hum" ("Hail to the jewel in the lotus") repeated many times, and you can find this chant carefully scripted on banners, posters and prayer wheels.
The people of Tibet even have the words etched on many of the walls of their buildings.
Travelers from Persia, India, China and Nepal visited the Tibetan empire and it is this co-mingling of beliefs, religion and culture that gave birth to the wonderful spirituality that can still be found in this region.
There are 4 major religions that have all originated here, including Bonpo, Jain, Tibetan Buddhism and Jain.
There have been many Shamanic, Clerical and Tantric influences and traditions passed down through many generations.
Today these sacred practices and beliefs are known as the Dharma, which means the true path.
The Tibetan art of divination is still practiced, and the belief that some people can foretell the future is widely accepted in this culture.
Tibetan people began the practice of divination long before Buddhism was introduced to their country.
Divine light, perfect love, profound healing, and self-cleansing rituals are just a few of the spiritually significant experiences that people seek when they come to Tibet.
Pilgrimages and extended tours are common, and some of the favorite destinations are the Valley of the Flowers, Mount Kailash, and Amernath Yatra.
To devout Hindus Mount Kailash is considered the universe's spiritual center.
In a country that prides itself on their sense of compassion, you will encounter Tibetan monks and other Buddhist followers that feel Tibet is the center of the spiritual universe.
Many people come to Tibet to seek their personal Nirvana.
Others are drawn to a setting where religious and spiritual beliefs seem to be central to the tapestry of Tibetan society.
A great number of Buddhas are revered in this country.
The people worship the Buddhas as well as the Taras, Bodhisattvas and other spirits.
There are Buddhist temples that can be visited and you are welcome to view some of the many rituals and ceremonies that will take place.
Prayers, songs, incense and chanting are all part of the Tibetan spiritual experience.
You will even hear the "Om mani padme hum" ("Hail to the jewel in the lotus") repeated many times, and you can find this chant carefully scripted on banners, posters and prayer wheels.
The people of Tibet even have the words etched on many of the walls of their buildings.
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