Buddhist monasteries often have images of four fierce Dharma Protectors painted or sculpted on either side of the doors, so as to prevent evil forces from entering the sacred space. They may also protect the gates of a mandala.
Buddhist monasteries often have images of four fierce Dharma Protectors painted or sculpted on either side of the doors, so as to prevent evil forces from entering the sacred space. They may also protect the gates of a mandala.
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