Tibetan prayer wheel, 19th-century.
On the eve of the 50th anniversary of the Tibetan uprising against Chinese rule - which forced the Dalai Lama into exile - unrest continues. Explosions and clashes are reported between police and local residents in Qinghai Province. Read more here:
Blasts ahead of Tibet anniversary
China tightens security in Tibet
China's Hu demands wall of stability in Tibet
Five decades of Chinese rule have caused "untold suffering," Tibet's exiled spiritual leader said in an anniversary speech. The Dalai Lama accused Beijing of creating a climate of fear. He also repeated his demand for Tibet's "legitimate and meaningful autonomy." Read his full statement here.
Buddhist temple manuscripts, 18th-century.
"Victory breeds hatred, for the conquered is unhappy. He who has given up both victory and defeat, he, the contented, is happy." - The Way of the Buddha
These photos are so completely gorgeous. They really underscore the tragedy of the Tibetan situation and how a culture can be so completely obliterated by another.
Posted by: tangobaby | 10 March 2009 at 23:47
I always learn sooo much from your posts. Do not stop sharing, please!!! Thanks for these, I visited the links and learned so much more. Then I read all of the Dali Lama's quotes on peace and felt filled up and ready to keep up the fight. Enjoy your day sugar, you are so valuable to so many. A teacher, a poet, and stringer of words and images. My friend. smooches
Posted by: Leau | 10 March 2009 at 18:47
Forgot to mention too that I LOVE that photograph. Gorgeous natural light and perfect composition Tara.
xo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 10 March 2009 at 13:37
Wise words and as for the articles, wow, they show the horror of exile.
Many thanks.
Greetings from London.
Posted by: A Cuban In London | 10 March 2009 at 10:40
"Victory breeds hatred, for the conquered is unhappy. He who has given up both victory and defeat, he, the contented, is happy."
So true look at what has happened in Northern Ireland this week. I can't believe it.
Posted by: Di Overton | 10 March 2009 at 09:28
Lest we forget ...
Unfortunately there are so many things to remember these days.
Posted by: Di | 10 March 2009 at 08:24
The prayer wheel is so pretty... but the quote is even more gorgeous.
Posted by: Aimee | 10 March 2009 at 04:33
A beautiful reminder for such sadness... when will it end? Thanks for the links.
Posted by: MiddleAgedWomanBlogging | 10 March 2009 at 03:48
Oh the Middle Way. I love it. If you stop and just breathe, you can really give up both victory and defeat. Become the observer.
My thoughts are for a peaceful resolution to this awful situation. xo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 10 March 2009 at 02:51
How different the world would be if we gave up both victory and defeat...
The calligraphy is stunning - very, very black ink.
Posted by: dutchbaby | 10 March 2009 at 01:30
That is a gorgeous, prayer wheel. My heart breaks that this unrest continues on. Headed over to the links.
xo
Posted by: Christina | 10 March 2009 at 00:34
Tara,
Beautiful photos again and a sentiment connected to the facts of today! plus love love the quote from the Way of the Buddha
merci et salut du Midi!
Posted by: bethenais | 09 March 2009 at 22:33
Thank you. Thank you for reminding us and thank you for the beautiful images.
Posted by: Barbara | 09 March 2009 at 21:32
THANK YOU! Thank you for for posting this here my friend.
Posted by: Yoli | 09 March 2009 at 19:19
There are some wise words there. I really like the photo of the old manuscript. Now I'm off to check out those links.
Posted by: Carla | 09 March 2009 at 19:10