Material: Fabric, Embroidery, Printed (Eight Auspicious Symbols Pattern)

Size: 90 x 180 cm

Description: The Correct Use of a Tibetan Buddhist Eight Auspicious Symbols Door Curtain

The "Eight Auspicious Symbols" (also known as the Eight Treasures, Eight Auspicious Symbols, or Ashtamangala in Tibetan, "Tashi Dargye") in Tibetan Buddhism refer to eight symbols representing auspiciousness and the perfection of Buddhist teachings: **the parasol, the golden fish, the vase, the lotus, the right-spiraling white conch shell, the auspicious knot, the victory banner, and the Dharma wheel.** These symbols often appear on door curtains in embroidery or brocade form to decorate homes, Buddhist shrines, or temple entrances.

Correct Use and Hanging Methods

- **Hanging Location**: Usually hung above the door frame or at the entrance as a door curtain, commonly found on home doors, room doors, Buddhist shrine entrances, or temple gates. The purpose is to remind people of the blessings of Buddhism and bring auspicious energy when entering or leaving.

- **Hanging Method:** Most Eight Auspicious Symbols door curtains have three loops at the top, allowing them to be hung directly on hooks, horizontal bars, or curtain rods on the door frame. No special ceremony is required, but it is recommended to recite a mantra (such as "Om Mani Padme Hum") or make a prayer with a pure mind before hanging to enhance the blessings.

- **Precautions:**

- Keep the curtain clean and avoid dirt or damage as a sign of respect.

- Do not step on it or let it drag on the ground.

- If used for feng shui considerations, it can be hung at the entrance to welcome auspicious energy, but there are no strict taboos; the main focus should be on reverence.

- The curtain can divide space, provide privacy, and allow air circulation.

Benefits for Users: The Eight Auspicious Symbols door curtain is not only decorative but also considered a sacred object that brings blessings. According to Tibetan Buddhist tradition, hanging or seeing these symbols can bring the following benefits:

- **Increased Blessings and Auspiciousness:** Symbolizing the eight auspicious symbols offered by celestial beings when the Buddha attained enlightenment, it brings good fortune, health, longevity, wealth, and prosperity.

- **Protection and Obstacle Removal:** Shields against demonic obstacles, afflictions, and negative energy, protecting the home and preventing illness and disasters.

- **Spiritual Enhancement:** Reminds practitioners of Buddhist teachings (such as wisdom, compassion, and liberation), helping them accumulate merit and wishing all sentient beings to attain good fortune.

- **Home Harmony:** Enhances environmental energy, bringing a positive aura and promoting family harmony, interpersonal relationships, and career success.

- **Benefits for Those Who See It:** Traditionally, it is believed that simply seeing the Eight Auspicious Symbols can generate auspicious and perfect blessings, transforming negative into positive.

These benefits originate from the power of dependent origination; combined with reverence and prayer, their effects are enhanced. For daily use, many consider it a talisman for protecting the home and it is widely loved by Tibetans and Buddhists.

PS: Please keep the door curtain as clean as possible. Replace it immediately if damaged. Old door curtains can be purified by cremation. If discarding, please wrap it in a separate garbage bag.