2007-09-21 12:25:05 · 9 answers · asked by kardea 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It is a symbolic headdress worn by monks. The Dalai Lama considers himself nothing more than a "simple Buddhist monk."
The hat is worn during special ceremonies. The bottom part is yellow and has the handle in the back with two handles. Inside is white, symbolic of Chenrezig, the Buddha of Compassion; the handle inside is blue, symbolic of Vajrapani, the Buddha of Power; and the handle outside is reddish orange and symbolizes Manjushri, the Buddha of Wisdom. The many threads standing upright represent the thousand Buddhas of this age on top of your head. The yellow represents the purity of the teachings, similar to how gold is considered pure and free of stains.
2007-09-21 12:40:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dalai Lama Funny
2016-10-14 09:39:20 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just now saw a photo of it. It reminds me of the Klan hoods because it's tall and sharp. Obviously the hat's real symbolism has absolutely nothing to do with the Klan. Comparing the symbolism of each hat is not even like comparing apples to oranges, it's like comparing apples to stones. Completely different.
I like the hat and all of the Buddhist vestments. When I see photos of the Dalai Lama or other Buddhist monks/nuns, I get a very peaceful feeling.
2007-09-21 13:01:20 · answer #3 · answered by Dolores G. Llamas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Now sister, why would looking at the Dalai Lama give you a very peaceful feeling? I have studied Buddhism and It has absolutely nothing to offer. Its just another scheme from the devil to distract us from the true light. The only way we can have peace with God is through the merits of Jesus Christ. It is the fragrance of the merits of Christ that will avail with God. :)
2007-09-22 01:49:11 · answer #4 · answered by sky 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I guess you refer to the yellow hat His Holiness wears in some ceremonies (see the link). It is a traditional Tibetan hat.
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?_adv_prop=image&fr=sfp&va=dalai+lama&sz=all
Other high lamas, such as the Karmapa, weare other type of hats, sometimes refered to as "crowns".
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images;_ylt=A9G_RttAV_RGZUMAXWqJzbkF?p=karmapa+&ei=UTF-8&fr=sfp&x=wrt
Peace!
2007-09-21 12:46:05 · answer #5 · answered by Roz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you wear a hat that reminds me of Cleopatra?
2007-09-21 12:30:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what did the dalai llama ever do to you or anyone. making fun of a great person, a bigger person than you will ever be.
2007-09-21 12:33:09 · answer #7 · answered by midnitepoets 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because G-d wants to make you laugh.
2007-09-21 12:28:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
So that you can ask this question.
2007-09-21 12:28:58 · answer #9 · answered by Shawn B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋