Religion and Culture

MONASTERY DECORATIONS

MONASTERY DECORATIONS
Religion and Culture

MONASTERY DECORATIONS

Tibetan temples stand as witness to the richness and many-layered creative arts expressed in their decorations. These include interior architecture...

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ASTROLOGY AND DIVINATION
Religion and Culture

ASTROLOGY AND DIVINATION

In every culture, astrology and divination provide a peek into the future. In Tibet, astrology is based on the Tibetan lunar calendar, drawn fr...

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HOME SERIES X ESTHER CHOI
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HOME SERIES X ESTHER CHOI

  From the atmospheres crafted behind closed doors to the rituals practiced within, the home series invites members of our community to reflect...

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CURATED NEWS JUNE 2021
Curated News

CURATED NEWS JUNE 2021

Curated news is a bi-monthly newsletter showcasing ideas, initiatives and practices from around the world and here in Ritoma. We hope these finding...

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HOME SERIES X ISIK SAYARER
Home

HOME SERIES X ISIK SAYARER

From the atmospheres crafted behind closed doors to the rituals practiced within, the home series invites members of our community to reflect o...

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INTERVIEW WITH NORLHA SPINNERS
Animals and Surroundings

INTERVIEW WITH NORLHA SPINNERS

Until June 24, we are offering our customers 10% off all of our blankets. For every blanket purchase, you will automatically be entered to win a ha...

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NORBU
Religion and Culture

NORBU

Norbu in Tibetan means jewel. In a culture where the spiritual dominates the material, Norbu refers primarily to the Three Jewels; the Buddha, ...

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THE NUMBER 108
Religion and Culture

THE NUMBER 108

108 is a sacred number in many cultures and religions, notably in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jain traditions. Mathematicians also consider it is sp...

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THE TIBETAN PANGDEN
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THE TIBETAN PANGDEN

Stripes appear in many Tibetan weaves, especially in pieces worn by women. In western Tibet, stripes make up the pattern of the back warmer, a ...

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CURATED NEWS MARCH 2021
Curated News

CURATED NEWS MARCH 2021

March 7, 2021 Curated news is a bi-monthly series showcasing ideas, initiatives and practices from around the world and here in Ritoma. We hope...

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MONK'S ROBES
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MONK'S ROBES

In Tibet, red is the color of the sacred realm. While all shades have their place in temples and monasteries, burgundy belongs to the ordained monk...

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JEWELLERY IN TIBET
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JEWELLERY IN TIBET

Norbu in Tibetan means jewel and stands in equal measure for spirituality and wealth. The Buddha, the Dharma (doctrine) and the Sangha, the communi...

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