Eight auspicious symbols 八吉祥
The eight auspicious symbols (Skt. aṣṭamaṅgala; Wyl. bkra shis rtags bryad) are:
寶傘蓋、雙金魚、滿願瓶、妙蓮花、右旋海螺、無盡結、尊勝幢、法輪,又稱「八瑞相」或「八吉祥徽」。
目錄
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The Most Precious Parasol
Protects from suffering, destructive emotions, illness, harm and obstacles. |
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The Auspicious Golden Fishes
They stand for fearlessness, freedom and liberation, as well as happiness, fertility and abundance. |
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The Wish-fulfilling Vase of Treasure
An inexhaustible source of long life, wealth, and prosperity, which fulfils all one’s spiritual and material wishes. |
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The Exquisite Lotus Blossom
Stands for purity of mind and heart, and transformation, as well as compassion, and all perfect qualities. |
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The Conch Shell of Far Renown
Symbolizes the far-reaching melodious sound of the spiritual teachings. |
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The Glorious Endless Knot
The sign of interdependence, of how everything in the universe is interconnected. |
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The Ever-Flying Banner of Victory
Means victory over all disagreement, disharmony or obstacles, and the attainment of happiness, both temporary and ultimate. |
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The All-powerful Wheel
Symbolizes the teaching of Buddha, and is the source of spiritual values, wealth, love and liberation. |
Further Reading
- Dagyab Rinpoche, Buddhist Symbols in Tibetan Culture (Boston: Wisdom Publications, 1995), '1. The Eight Symbols of Good Fortune'.
- Robert Beer, The Handbook of Tibetan Buddhist Symbols (Boston: Shambhala, 2003), pages 1-15.