An Introduction
An example of each of the main subject catagories along with a written explanation.
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Deities
Meditational and archetypal figures.
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Deities: 8 Herukas
The 'Eight Entrustment' deities of the early 'Kama' (oral lineage) of the Nyingma School.
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Deities: Lama Gongdu
A collection of images important to a 14th century cycle of 'terma' (revealed treasure) teachings.
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Enlightened Protectors
Shri Devi, Ekajati and others.
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Initiation Cards
Ritual images known as 'tsagli' used during initiations.
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Lama Portraits
Lineage teachers and lamas.
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Mahakala
The principal protector and guardian of the Nyingma School.
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Mandala
An idealized image of a pure universe: the abode of an archetypal deity.
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Padmasambhava
The principal founder of Buddhism in Tibet, 8th century.
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Padmasambhava: 8 Forms
The 8 forms of Padmasambhava representing important events in his life.
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Padmasambhava: Meditational Deity
Forms of Padmasambhava as an archetypal figure for use as a meditational object.
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Sculpture
Bronze sculpture: lama portraits and deities.
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Worldly Protectors
Mountain deities and valley spirits enlisted as local protectors.
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