December 06, 2025
THE ETERNAL KNOT
The eternal knot, or palbeu in Tibetan, is the third of the Auspicious symbols in Tibetan Buddhism. These symbols represent good fortune and the path to enlightenment, woven into Tibetan culture carrying specific meaning.
The knot is endless, with no beginning or end, symbolising the interconnectedness and interdependence of the cycle of life; each crossing of its lines touches another. Appearing on prayer flags, jewellery, monastic robes, temple architecture and decorations, the eternal knot is a talisman to attract positive energy, or gifted as a token of loyalty and love.
As a symbol, the eternal knot has been shaped collectively over time by a lineage of makers, knotted and passed on; the tying of the knot itself a form of meditation. Each line of the eternal knot is equally important, representing balance, harmony and enduring bonds. The knot is a reminder of the Buddha's mind, his eternal wisdom and endless compassion in a subtle yet profound way.
As a symbol, the eternal knot has been shaped collectively over time by a lineage of makers, knotted and passed on; the tying of the knot itself a form of meditation. Each line of the eternal knot is equally important, representing balance, harmony and enduring bonds. The knot is a reminder of the Buddha's mind, his eternal wisdom and endless compassion in a subtle yet profound way.
