If you just picked up your first braided rope of Himalayan incense, you may wonder how to light rope incense. Unlike a thin stick, rope incense, called dhoop incense in Nepal, is thick, hand-twisted, and made with natural herbs, so it...
NepaCrafts · Memories Kalachakra Empowerment Ceremony Duisburg 2006: Memories with H.H. Sakya Trizin Rinpoche A firsthand account and rare photographs from the historic 2006 Kalachakra empowerment in Duisburg, Germany. A quiet moment with H.H. Sakya Trizin Rinpoche during the...
The Ghau, also spelled Gau, is a traditional portable amulet box worn near the body for protection, blessing, and spiritual connection,it is one of the most intimate and potent of the numerous sacred items in Tibetan Buddhist culture. Ghau means...
A Beginner’s Guide to Sacred Himalayan ArtThangka painting is a traditional Himalayan art form that has been practiced for centuries in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, and other Buddhist regions. More than a decorative artwork, a Thangka serves as a spiritual tool...
Buddhist rituals have been in practice since the time of The Buddha. Rituals make use of symbolism to speak to the subconscious mind and help us grow when we practice them daily. Rituals aren't always elaborate. Often times, they are...
Singing Bowls A singing bowl is a type of musical instrument traditionally used in meditation, sound therapy, and spiritual practices. It looks like a metal or crystal bowl and produces a deep, calming tone when struck or circled with a mallet....
Prayer Flags A prayer flag is a flag that has prayers inscribed upon it. They are colorful rectangles of cloth that are usually strung up high in mountain ranges and along mountain peaks located in the Himalayas. Their purposes include blessing...
For generations, Nepalese people have been passing down pashmina shawls as it is believed to be a sign of personal connection and affection. Pashmina garments date back to 3000 B.C and nowadays, a pashmina shawl is believed to be the...
The burning of incense is as ancient as we humans. It’s been used for centuries to express love for the universe and to honor pantheons of deities. The fragrance of incense smoke immediately changes the mood and aroma in a...