Mantra
18th century to 19th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
Rolled printed or handwritten prayers or mantras are always included in the bases of religious images in Tibet prior to their consecration. Mantras are considered to be powerful magical formulae that can actually evoke the presence of the deity to whom they are directed.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | paper |
| Brief description | Manuscript, mantra written on paper, Nepal or Tibet, 18th-19th century. |
| Physical description | Mantra written on paper. Formerly wrapped in yellow silk and located within a rectangular opening of Figure of Dharmapasa Yama (IS.17-1966). |
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| Marks and inscriptions | Mantra |
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| Summary | Rolled printed or handwritten prayers or mantras are always included in the bases of religious images in Tibet prior to their consecration. Mantras are considered to be powerful magical formulae that can actually evoke the presence of the deity to whom they are directed. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | IS.17B-1966 |
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| Record created | November 8, 2005 |
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