Tibetan Windhorse and 21 Taras Prayer Flags

The prayers contained on the flag are carried out to all beings as a blessing. Seeing the flag also has a practical benefit of reminding people to be mindful of the Dharma as they go about their business. When I see a prayer flag either motionless or flying in the breeze, I am reminded of the call to pray for the welfare of all beings, to work to bring about virtue, goodness, healing and happiness in the world around me.

The traditional five colors represent the five Buddha families and five elements. Blue-space, White-water, Red-fire, Green-air & wind, Yellow-earth.

The auspicious symbol images invoke the power and influence of the beings or symbols depicted. In the case of the 21 Taras, one is invoking the blessings of Tara in all of her expressions or manifestations.

The horizontal flags are in the five colors, and connected at the top edge by a long cord which makes them easy to mount between poles, on the edge of a roof (similar to Christmas lights) or between trees.

The prayer flags are made of cotton and/or polyester. The prayer is written in Tibetan and always express positive intentions for the happiness, enlightenment and protection of all beings. The expressive blessed quality of the flag rests mostly in the wood block print, which imparts the prayers and blessings. Everyone loves these flags since they are so lovely to display and express such a generous,heartfelt Loving-Kindness for all beings.

The Wind Horse and Tara flag come with a free detailed explanation, of the history and correct use of prayer flags. For a more detailed explanation, we are now offering a book which discusses the prayer flags in great detail.

Purchasing prayer flags benefits the Tibetan Refugees who make them as cottage industries businesses.

Prayer flags are excellent for display at weddings, birthdays, holidays, shrines, holy sites, at a retreat center, home, mountain cabin or temple.

For a detailed explanation, about the meaning of prayer flags, please visit the educational page. It is helpful to read about the construction of the flags as well. Prayer flags last from 2-5 years when displayed outdoors depending upon weather, exposure to the sun and moisture content in the air. The element which causes greatest decay is ultraviolet light.

Prayers, Mantrams and Invocations gathered by Torkom Saraydarian and the staff of AEG. This text represents the most comprehensive and diverse collection of prayers and mantra from every major spiritual and religious tradition. Many of these are rare prayers and difficult to find. This collection has taken three decades to compile. A total of 106 prayers and mantra collected from many sacred writings. A perfect companion to use during your times of meditation and prayer. 109 pages, spiral bound. Included is one set of five prayers flags, plus an explanation of the meaning of prayer flags. $24.95

New! Small 3.5" Windhorse Prayer Flags on cording with beads on each end. Each flag has sewn edges. These are idea for over a child's or young person's bed, in a cubicle at work, home office , over an indoor doorway, above a window or you name the location. These are best displayed in a more protected location. If you want more durable flags, get the PFWT10, PF42 or those with nylon cording. They are small, quiet, but very powerful. Each set of 5 measures, 3.5" x 3.5"/flag. Three sets per order, PF5-03Q, $19.99

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New! Medium 5" Prayer Flags, 5 sets per package. One set has longevity prayers, one set has long life prayers, one set has prayers for peace, one set has prosperity prayers, and the last set has prayers for success. 10 flags per string. 5" x 5" per flag. These flags are very special because of the specific prayers for each quality.These are best displayed in a more protected location. If you want more durable flags, get the PFW10, PF42 or those with nylon cording. PF10-05Q, Our best value for $24.99/ per set of 5

New! Medium 5" Prayer flags with 5 Buddhas, set of 5 flags. Three sets per order. 5" x 5" on a cord. These are best displayed in a more protected location. If you want more durable flags, get the PFW10, PF42 or those with nylon cording. PF5-05Q, $19.99/3 sets

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Tara Prayer and Windhorse, 5 color Horizontal Prayer Flags, Your choice of 2 of mix and match sets of Taras and/or sets of Windhorse or one of each. 12" x 12". PFWT10, On sale at $17.99

Five Windhorse, 5 color Horizontal Prayer Flags, Extra large on a nylon cord, 20" x 16", 5 flags total. PFL44 $19.99/5 large flags

Five color Horizontal Prayer Flags. You can choose either Windhorse on a nylon cord, 11" x 9.5". PF42, $19.99/25 flags

Five Windhorse, 5 color Vertical Flags, polyester on a nylon cord, 15" x 15", PF48 On Sale at $19.99 for two sets, previously $25.95/ two sets of flags

World Peace Prayer Flags in English and Tibetan, set of 5 colors. Polyester on a nylon cord, 12.75" x 12.75". The prayer reads: "At this very moment, for the peoples and the nations of the earth, May not even the words disease, famine, war and suffering be heard: But rather may their moral conduct, merit, wealth and prosperity increase, And my supreme good fortune, And well being always arise for them." PFE-5PG, $16.95

TIBETAN PRAYER FLAGS: Send Your Blessings on the Breeze by Diane Barker. This beautifully packaged book comes with an illustrated hardcover and a long, colorful Tibetan prayer flag in a lovely gift box. Diane, Barker presents a very readable history of the role of prayer flags, explaining the symbolism of the five colors and the customary invocations that accompany the flags. Barker's approach is practical, advising readers about the most auspicious places and times to hang their flags, and helping them to understand the symbolism of the most popular designs. One of the book's finest attributes is the vast array of beautiful color photography, showing images of the flags' use in the lives of ordinary Tibetans and some famous lamas. 1-85906-106-0, $19.95(Not currently available)

Om Mani Padme Hum Banner

made with delicate brocade and hand embroidery, red center, pictured on the left, 30" H x 7.5" W, KI-BANNER, $29.95

Eight Auspicious Symbols Banner

made with delicate brocade and hand embroidery, green center, pictured on the right, 30" H x 7.5" W, KI-BANNER8, $29.95

Banners can be hung inside next to the doorway at the entrance of your home, meditation room, place of business or retreat center. They provide endless blessings and reminders of the compassionate and loving heart.

Cultivate and learn to use a prayer wheel for increasing daily blessings in your life. It is said to increase positive karma hundreds and thousands of times. It is no more difficult than turning the wheel while repeating your prayers. How much more easily can one create a positive and happy life.

You may also wish to Plant trees to create a living memorial for those who have passed away, to bless the Earth and to celebrate life.

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