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LOTUS NOTECARD & JOURNAL FOLDER
Symbolizing the full flowering of wisdom, the lotus on these handmade paper cards evoke unity and harmony in all life. In Tibetan language, the inner meaning of the lotus is associated with the expression Tsangma, embodying the purity of body, speech and mind. Each card is specially handcrafted with Himalayan lokta paper. All envelopes have self-adhesive closure strips. Handmade under fair trade conditions by skilled artisans in Nepal. Includes 5 notecards and envelopes. (6 1/2"w x 5"h
note cards made fair trade in tibet
OM LOTUS NOTE CARDS
Om Mani Padme Hum, translated as hail to the jewel in the lotus, is the ancient Tibetan mantra or prayer for realizing perfect wisdom and compassion. To simply hear or see the mantra, even without knowing its ultimate meaning, will bring positive karmic results. This traditional rendering shows the mantra in a six petal stylized lotus. Notes written on these luxurious handmade Himalayan lokta paper notecards are sure to convey your own profoundly special blessings. Each set has five cards and self-adhesive envelopes. (5"w x 7"h)
note cards made fair trade in tibet

BODHI NOTECARD
The Buddha attained enlightenment while sitting in profound meditation under the spreading arms of a bodhi tree. Since then, the bodhi leaf has been the Buddhist symbol for pure and boundless wisdom. Experience bodhi nature for yourself while enjoying the Bodhi Notecards and Journal. Includes 5 notecards and envelopes. (6 1/2"w x 5"h)

 
note cards fair trade made in tibet
SWIRLING BODHI NOTE CARDS
Bodhi is a Sanskrit word that literally means "awakened". The bodhi tree was so named because the Buddha attained the awakened state or enlightenment under its spreading canopy. Since then the meaning of this fabled leaf has symbolized the perfection of wisdom in its most ultimate state. Notes written on these luxurious Himalayan lokta paper bodhi cards are bound to convey your own profoundly special realizations. All handmade under fair trade conditions by skilled artisans in Nepal. Set of 5 (4"w x 6"h)
note cards made fair trade in tibet
BUDDHA PUJA NOTE CARDS
"Buddha" is a Sanskrit word and title whose literal meaning is "awakened one." The historical Buddha was born in 563 B.C. in Nepal. Through concentrated meditation he attained enlightenment or Nirvana. His teachings of these realizations are known as the Dharma and concentrate on the alleviation of suffering inherent to the impermanence of life. Our note cards are handmade in Nepal by gifted artisans with Himalayan lokta paper. Each set has five cards and self-adhesive envelopes. (5"w x 7"h
journal made in tibet
BUDDHA'S THRONE JOURNAL
In this detail of a flaming halo or aureole, the elaborate stylized scrolling represents the churnign, fiery tail of the Makara, a mythical crocodile-like sea monster. Generate some excitement when you write in your gilded saffron journal. (5"w x 7"h, 50 pages)
 
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