Small Windhorse Lungta

Part Number tc513006

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The origin of printing prayer flags in Tibet is said to date back to the 11th century.Hanging flags are believed to constantly be sending their prayers to the universe.

The GuChuSum Woodblock Hand-Printed Prayer Flags come from the GuChuSum Movement for Tibet, primarily staffed by former political prisoners from Tibet. Production income helps them to assist former and present Tibetan political prisoners and educate individuals, NGO’s and governments about the human rights situation in Tibet.

Facts that Matter:
Tibet Collection Small Windhorse Lungta Prayer Flag GuChuSum Movement for Tibet
Instructions:
Enjoy the slow fading of color as they hang in the elements. To dispose of old flags with respect, please burn them.
Ingredients:
Our Prayer Flags are printed from hand carved woodblocks in the traditional manner. Each string is a set of 5 flags 9” square flag x 5’
Points of interest:
Common to many Tibetan prayer flags is the lungta or windhorse, the mythical animal who carries all intentional prayers to the universe. The hanging of prayer flags is thought to dispel danger and to bring good fortune. The five flag colors represent the five elements: Blue (earth), White (water), Red (fire), Saffron (infinite space), and Green (cosmic winds).