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Many [[prayer flags]] show the four dignities with a [[windhorse]] in
Many [[prayer flags]] show the four dignities with a [[windhorse]] in

Revision as of 18:01, 21 July 2007

Four dignities - are ancient symbols that represent:

  • Aspects of the bodhisattva attitude, such as strength, protection and cheerfulness, or
  • Qualities of the windhorse

The four dignities are:

Many prayer flags show the four dignities with a windhorse in the center.