Dakini Tibetan prayer flags mini auspicious symbols

Cotton Tibetan prayer flags of Dakini; these 8 prayer flags are showing images of the eight Tibetan good luck symbols (Asthamangala's). The flags are showing the parasol, the fish, the vase, the lotus, the shell, the knot, the wheel and the banner of victory.

The dimensions of the prayer flags are 10 cm x 9 cm with a length of 70 cm.

Traditionally, prayer flags are used to promote peace, compassion, strength, and wisdom. The flags do not carry prayers to gods, which is a common misconception; rather, the Tibetans believe the prayers and mantras will be blown by the wind to spread the good will and compassion into all pervading space. Therefore, prayer flags are thought to bring benefit to all. By hanging flags in high places the Lung ta will carry the blessings depicted on the flags to all beings. As wind passes over the surface of the flags, which are sensitive to the slightest movement of the wind, the air is purified and sanctified by the mantras.

The prayers of a flag become a permanent part of the universe as the images fade from exposure to the elements. Just as life moves on and is replaced by new life, Tibetans renew their hopes for the world by continually mounting new flags alongside the old. This act symbolizes a welcoming of life's changes and an acknowledgment that all beings are part of a greater ongoing cycle.