Mewang: 1 definition

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Mewang means something in the history of ancient India. 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: Mandala Texts: Phala Choepa and Boar Dance at Tamzhing Temple

Mewang (མེ་དབང་) refers to “fire blessing”.—Tshangpai ging dance of the king of the gods is another unique dance, which is said to have been demonstrated by five gods in Terton Rigdzin Pema Lingpa’s vision. On the night of the last day, another blessing called the mewang (མེ་དབང་) or fire blessing is conducted. It was held to appease the deity and pray for successful consecutive year of tshechu. With the auspicious fires burning on two sides, people believe that if they pass through the fire thrice, their negative actions, bad luck and evils will be burnt.

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The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

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