Lhakhang, Lakhang: 1 definition
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Lhakhang means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Source: WikiPedia: BuddhismLhakhang (or Lakhang) are religious structures (temples) found throughout the Himalayas (Nepal, Bhutan) that house sacred objects, and in which religious activities take place. Lhakhang means “the house of gods”: enlightened beings such as the Buddha, his followers, and other deities.
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Full-text: Gonpo, Wangzhing, Zhingdrub, Sang, Nyuney, Drubchen.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Lhakhang, Lakhang; (plurals include: Lhakhangs, Lakhangs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The Way of the White Clouds (by Anāgarika Lāma Govinda)
Chapter 34 - The Two Siddhas of Tsé-Chöling < [Part 3 - Death and Rebirth]
Chapter 49 - A Race against Time and Obstacles < [Part 4 - Return to Western Tibet]
Chapter 33 - Interlude at dungkar gompa < [Part 3 - Death and Rebirth]
Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po) (by George N. Roerich)
Chapter 6 - Gyelwa Lhakhang (Monastery) < [Book 2 - Later spread of the Doctrine]
Bodhisattvacharyavatara (by Andreas Kretschmar)
The History of Dzongsar Shedra in East Tibet < [Introduction Text]
Text Section 151-153 < [Khenpo Chöga’s Oral Explanations]