RMB033YJ–Bon Monk with traditionally painted face parades at the Naqu annual Horse Fair in Northern Tibet
RFPG90YW–Guru Gyem Gompa is one of the largest and most important Bon-po gompas in Tibet. China.
RMA1NC6D–monks of the ancient Bon religion play a traditional role as they parade at the Naqu,Nagqu annual horse festival,Northern Tibet
RMBNT2K2–Yungdrungling Bon Monastery in Tsang, Tibet
RM2B00YA9–Tibet/China: A 1905 photograph of Lamaic dancing at a ceremony in a lamasery in Yerkalo in the Tibetan/Yunnanese border area. Perhaps due to misunderstandings by early Western scholars attempting to understand Tibetan Buddhism, the term 'Lama' has historically been erroneously applied to Tibetan monks generally. Similarly, Tibetan Buddhism was referred to as 'Lamaism' by early Western academics and travelers who did not understand that what they were witnessing was a form of Buddhism; they may also have been unaware of the distinction between Tibetan Buddhism and Bon.
RMCRE29D–Tibetan Buddhism, monk of the Bon religion on the pilgrimage route counter clockwise around the sacred Mount Kailash
RFHW6G74–The Grasslands Of Gansu Province in China With The Roof Of Tseway Monastery In The Foreground
RMA3MW73–Prayer flags at Pang La Pass with a view of the Himalayas in the Distance with Mt Everest tallest peak centre left Tibet China
RMA0H9C0–Yellow hatted Bon monk at festival in Tibet
RMJ2W7K3–1 Locations of the Bon religion in the West Tibet
RMPC9FK6–14 2 Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet
RMP3DARR–1 Locations of the Bon religion in the West Tibet.
RMHWYCDA–1 Locations of the Bon religion in the West Tibet
RM2BKJ3RE–China, western Tibet, Ngari province, Ali Shiquane, Kingdoms of Guge, Zhanzhung culture, cave monastery of Gurugyam, of bön obedience
RMAXWGH2–Tibetan Buddhist mani stones and carved yak skull inscribed with prayer Tibetan Plateau Tibet China
RF2H4R8R1–tibetan flags waving in the wind under the moon
RF2ATJXE2–Katamandu, Nepal - November 13, 2016: Triten Norbutse Bonpo Monastery. Entrance to the monastery. Kathmandu Nepal Bon religion.
RFDP9NHC–Lungta and Darchor Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags in Tibet, China.
RFPG9100–Guru Gyem Gompa is one of the largest and most important Bon-po gompas in Tibet. China.
RMAY8361–monks of the ancient Bon religion play a traditional role as they parade at the Naqu,Nagqu annual horse festival,Northern Tibet
RFG0R2A0–Colorful knots from Tibet
RM2B00YAH–Tibet/China: (From left to right:) A soldier, a Buddhist monk and a peasant stand for a photograph in Tibet in 1920. Perhaps due to misunderstandings by early Western scholars attempting to understand Tibetan Buddhism, the term 'Lama' has historically been erroneously applied to Tibetan monks generally. Similarly, Tibetan Buddhism was referred to as 'Lamaism' by early Western academics and travelers who did not understand that what they were witnessing was a form of Buddhism; they may also have been unaware of the distinction between Tibetan Buddhism and Bon.
RMDNW175–Wall with scriptures in Lhasa, Tibet, China
RM2B02RX9–In Tibet sticking the tongue out is considered a polite way of showing respect. The caption on this photograph explains: 'Sticking the tongue out as a Tibetan greeting began when Buddhists wanted people to know that they were not Bon-Po (pre-Buddhist religion) as they were supposed to have black tongues. Pink tongues were stuck out as proof of being Buddhist. The further the tongue out, the greater respect'.
RM2AHPGF2–Painted Banner (Thangka) of Bon Deity Tonpa Shenrap. 1500–1599. Tibet. Opaque watercolor with gold on cotton At the center of the thangka, Tonpa Shenrap, the founder of Bon, a pre-Buddhist religion of the Himalayas (prior to the 8th century), presides on an elaborate throne. He is flanked by two attendants and surrounded by a retinue of 250 enlightened beings. He forms a group with the Four Transcendent Lords, and together they are known as the 1,000 enlightened ones. Along the bottom register the donors of the painting preside at the left, while Bon priests – distinguishable by their hats – p
RMD2WTB4–Holy Mount Kailash in western Tibet
RM2B02P15–Displaying various auspicious symbols and including a Svastika or Swastika which means 'auspicious' in the Sanskrit language. It is called yungdrung in the ancient Zhangzhung language of Western Tibet and means 'everlasting'. The left turning Svastika is the principal religious symbol of the Yungdrung Bön tradition.
RMA0J591–Parade of Bon Warrior Monks playing symbols at the annual Naqu Horse fair in TIbet,China.
RMJ2W7K2–2 Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet
RMPC9FK7–3 1 Locations of the Bon religion in the West Tibet
RMP7BRET–2 Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet.
RMHWYCD9–2 Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet
RF2EAW3M1–Sacred Mount Kailas in Tibet. Himalayas mountains.
RMA06WPE–Kailash through prayer flags, Tibet
RF2H4R8MC–tibetan flags waving in the wind under the moon
RF2EAW3JF–Sacred Mount Kailas in Tibet. Himalayas mountains.
RFDP9NG8–Lungta and Darchor Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags in Tibet, China.
RFPG90YY–Guru Gyem Gompa is one of the largest and most important Bon-po gompas in Tibet. China.
RMA1NC78–monks of the ancient Bon religion play a traditional role as they parade at the Naqu,Nagqu annual horse festival,Northern Tibet
RF2EAW3JR–Sacred Mount Kailas in Tibet. Himalayas mountains.
RF2R233K3–Holy Mount Kailash in Tibet
RMDNW166–Wall with scriptures in Lhasa, Tibet, China
RMCR964M–Statues in Wenja Monastery, A Bon monastery. A Buddhist religious institution. A prayer hall.
RM2HGNMJ4–Bon Deity Trowo Tsochog Khagying 15th century Tibet The deity Trowo Tsochog Khagying (Wrathful Supreme Lord Towering in the Sky) is worshipped by followers of the Bon religion, a tantric tradition similar to Tibetan Buddhism but distinguished by its emphasis on sacrifice. Embodying infinite power and ferocity, Trowo Tsochog Khagying is one of five fortress meditation deities associated with the “Father Tantras” of Bon. He is seen here embracing his fierce consort, Khala Dugmo, and together they clear the pathway of spiritual liberation. Like many Bon deities, he is associated with death and co
RMD2WTAT–Holy Mount Kailash in western Tibet
RM2B02P13–In general, Buddhism is not overly concerned with the direction the svastika turns. This is not true for the Bon religion, however, where the left-turning yungdrung is the principal symbol of the religion, and a right-turning yungdrung has no meaning. The word is also part of the official name of the religion, Yungdrung Bon or 'Everlasting Truth'. The yungdrung is also a commonly found in the hands of Bon teachers and deities in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes. It is even used for religious hats and seats, carpets, and for marking the bottom of Bon sculpture. Since ancient times, the y
RMA0P8D5–A Tibetan monk working on holy papers and scrolls in a monastery in Tibet.
RM2B02P12–Drenpa Namkha is claimed by both the Buddhist and Bon traditions as an important religious figure. The sources discussing Drenpa Namkha’s life vary widely, even within a single tradition: within Bon sources there is thought to be one master with the name Drenpa Namkha in Zhang Zhung and one in Tibet, though his existence is never questioned. Little can be known for certain. According to Buddhist sources Drenpa Namkha was initially a Bon master who converted to Buddhism. He later became one of the twenty-five disciples of Padmasambhava, and is said to have gained the yogic power of being able
RMMW4JPX–. English: Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet. Schematic map . 22 May 2013, 23:07:14. Unknown 14 2 Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet
RM2RKDRH7–Bildnummer: 54990901 Datum: 07.03.2011 Copyright: imago/Xinhua (110307) -- LHASA, March 7, 2011 (Xinhua) -- A man throw small prayer flags into the air to pray for good luck in Lhasa, capital of southwest China s Tibet Autonomous Region, March 7, 2011, the third day of Tibetan New Year or Losar. Losar can be traced back to the pre-Buddhist period in Tibet when Tibetans practised the Bon religion. (Xinhua/Chogo) (lfj) CHINA-TIBET-LOSAR CELEBRATION (CN) PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN Gesellschaft kbdig xub 2011 hoch o0 Tradition Neujahr o0 Tradition Neujahr Gebetsfahnen Gebetsflaggen Gebetsfahne
RM2B02P14–Bon or Bon Po (Bonpo) is a sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It developed in the eleventh century onward and established its scriptures mainly from terma (hidden treasures) and visions by tertons (discoverers of ancient texts) such as Loden Nyingpo.
RM2RKDRKH–Bildnummer: 54990902 Datum: 07.03.2011 Copyright: imago/Xinhua (110307) -- LHASA, March 7, 2011 (Xinhua) -- Prayer flags are seen in the wind in Lhasa, capital of southwest China s Tibet Autonomous Region, March 7, 2011, the third day of Tibetan New Year or Losar. Losar can be traced back to the pre-Buddhist period in Tibet when Tibetans practised the Bon religion. (Xinhua/Chogo) (lfj) CHINA-TIBET-LOSAR CELEBRATION (CN) PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN Gesellschaft kbdig xub 2011 hoch o0 Tradition Neujahr Gebetsfahnen Gebetsflaggen Gebetsfahne Gebetsflagge Bildnummer 54990902 Date 07 03 2011
RFWWAPP7–Tradition Nepalese masks carved from stone in the shop of Thamel district, Kathmandu valley, Nepal
RF2H4R8R0–tibetan flags waving in the wind under the moon
RM2RKR691–Bildnummer: 58131732 Datum: 08.06.2012 Copyright: imago/Xinhua (120621) -- LHASA, June 21, 2012 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 8, 2012 shows the Zezhol Monastery of the Tibetan Bon Religion at Dengqen County of Qamdo prefecture, southwest China s Tibet Autonomous Region. (Xinhua/Chogo) (ry) CHINA-TIBET-RELIGION (CN) PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN Gesellschaft xbs x2x 2012 quer o0 Kloster Religion Buddhismus 58131732 Date 08 06 2012 Copyright Imago XINHUA Lhasa June 21 2012 XINHUA Photo Taken ON June 8 2012 Shows The monastery of The Tibetan Bon Religion AT County of Qamdo Prefecture Sou
RFDP9RKK–Lungta and Darchor Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags in Tibet, China.
RFPG90YR–Guru Gyem Gompa is one of the largest and most important Bon-po gompas in Tibet. China.
RMA1NCAB–monks of the ancient Bon religion play a traditional role as they parade at the Naqu,Nagqu annual horse festival,Northern Tibet
RF2BEJC2K–Amazing views of remote monastery during the first day of ritual kora (yatra) around sacred Mount Kailash. Ngari scenery in West Tibet. Himalaya. Chin
RF2WTK78X–Holy Mount Kailash in Tibet
RMC94BDJ–Skull Namtso lake
RMAFFJ4P–A young Tibetan woman lights butter lights in Lhasa.
RMC850K8–Yumbulagang
RFM7E6D0–Small red tibetan stupa in Lupra village, Himalayas, Nepal
RMHNWA58–Tibetan culture: Participant(s) at Lurol Shaman Festival, Tongren
RFHPYJE5–Bonpo Gompa. Lupra Village, Lower Mustang Nepal
RMHNWAE6–Tibetan culture: Participant(s) at Lurol Shaman Festival, Tongren
RMMY6GPN–. English: Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet. Schematic map . 22 May 2013, 23:07:14. Unknown 12 2 Locations of the Bon religion in the East Tibet
RFBFDF79–Chortens near Samye Monastery
RM2B02P16–Bon or Bon Po (Bonpo) is a sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It developed in the eleventh century onward and established its scriptures mainly from terma (hidden treasures) and visions by tertons (discoverers of ancient texts) such as Loden Nyingpo.
RMARWD55–Thanka tanka nepal travel tourist souvenir close up xylograph on Nepalese handmade paper wheel of life
RF2BJ9WXR–Tradition Nepalese masks in the shop of Thamel district, Kathmandu valley, Nepal
RF2H4R8R3–tibetan flags waving in the wind under the moon
RM2RKR681–Bildnummer: 58131730 Datum: 08.06.2012 Copyright: imago/Xinhua (120621) -- LHASA, June 21, 2012 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 8, 2012 shows the Zezhol Monastery of the Tibetan Bon Religion at Dengqen County of Qamdo prefecture, southwest China s Tibet Autonomous Region. (Xinhua/Chogo) (ry) CHINA-TIBET-RELIGION (CN) PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN Gesellschaft xbs x2x 2012 quer o0 Kloster Religion Buddhismus 58131730 Date 08 06 2012 Copyright Imago XINHUA Lhasa June 21 2012 XINHUA Photo Taken ON June 8 2012 Shows The monastery of The Tibetan Bon Religion AT County of Qamdo Prefecture Southwe
RFDP9NEE–Lungta and Darchor Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags in Tibet, China.
RFPG9103–Prayer wheels. Guru Gyem Gompa is one of the largest and most important Bon-po gompas in Tibet. China.
RMA1NCBF–monks of the ancient Bon religion play a traditional role as they parade at the Naqu,Nagqu annual horse festival,Northern Tibet
RF2BEJBYY–The scenery of the sacred Kailash Valley. The road to the mountain of the believers. A holy place for Hinduism, Bonism and Buddhism. Himalaya. China
RF2R234AR–TIBET , CHINA - AUGUST 11 2019 : Pilgrims circumambulating Mt. Kailash by performing prostrations, Western Tibet
RMHA656T–Caption: Kangding, Sichuan, China - Aug 2002. Khampa women from a small valley bordering the plains of Sichuan. Sedentary and largely believing in Bo
RF2M8JJ92–Sapp mountain in Tibet
RMC850MD–Yumbulagang with prayer flags
RF2M8JHMM–Tibet sapp mountain scenery
RME9X98M–[Editorial Use Only] Tibetans walking the Barkhor in Lhasa, Tibet, while a pilgrim repeatedly prostrate herself on the ground
RF2M8JJ88–Sapp mountain in Tibet
RMHNWAB4–Tibetan culture: Participant(s) at Lurol Shaman Festival, Tongren
RMMMM2YY–. English: Locations of the Bon religion in the West Tibet. Schematic map . 22 May 2013, 23:11:39. Unknown 3 1 Locations of the Bon religion in the West Tibet
RMHNWA9K–A banner and prayer flags against a blue sky in Tongren Valley, Qinghai
RF2J7005G–close-up view of tibetan prayer flags strung along a trail in the himalayas to bless the surrounding countryside.
RMARWD60–Thanka tanka nepal travel tourist souvenir close up xylograph on Nepalese handmade paper
RFWWAPP9–Tradition Nepalese masks in the shop of Thamel district, Kathmandu valley, Nepal
RF2H4R8R2–tibetan flags waving in the wind under the moon
RM2RKR68K–Bildnummer: 58131733 Datum: 08.06.2012 Copyright: imago/Xinhua (120621) -- LHASA, June 21, 2012 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 8, 2012 shows the fresco at the Zezhol Monastery of the Tibetan Bon Religion at Dengqen County of Qamdo prefecture, southwest China s Tibet Autonomous Region. (Xinhua/Chogo) (ry) CHINA-TIBET-RELIGION (CN) PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN Gesellschaft xbs x2x 2012 hoch o0 Fresko Wandbild Buddha Kloster Religion Buddhismus 58131733 Date 08 06 2012 Copyright Imago XINHUA Lhasa June 21 2012 XINHUA Photo Taken ON June 8 2012 Shows The Fresco AT The monastery of The Tibeta
RFDP9NF5–Lungta and Darchor Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags in Tibet, China.
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