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A Temple Menorah refers to a gold-colored candelabra with seven branches, signifying the lighting of the Menorah every day in the Tabernacle and the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. According to Jewish scripture, when the Temple Menorah was placed in the…

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Dr. Shorner-Johnson Shakuhachi or a Bamboo Flute is a Japanese-Buddhist spiritual instrument that plays a significant role in Zen-Buddhism meditation, specifically those who are in the Fuke Sect. Its purpose is to produce songs that are considered…

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Krishna is a major deity in Hinduism who is worshipped as the eighth incarnation of the god, Vishnu. Krishna is known as the god of compassion, tenderness, and his love and piousness to Hinduism. Krishna is usually depicted holding an Indian flute…

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Avalokiteshvara is one of the most famous "bodhisattvas" or "Buddha-to-be" in Buddhism, specifically in Mahayana Buddhist legend. According to the legend, Avalokiteshvara postponed his own Buddahood until he has helped every sentient achieve freedom…

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Maitreya, also known as Hotei, Budai and many other pseudonyms, is a Buddhist god known for his contentment and happiness. Maitreya is also known for his love of children. Maitreya is often depicted as what is known as the "laughing buddha",…

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A Buddhist prayer wheel, most prevalent in the Tibetan Buddhism, is a mechanical device that is used as an equivalent to a recitation of a mantra. They can be made out of metal, wood, leather, stone or coarse cotton. Each turn of the wheel by hand…

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Incense holders have hollowed bowls that are usually filled with sand in order to hold incense sticks straight up. A majority of Buddhist use incense burners in their homes or temples as a ritual of worship for various deities. Incense sticks are…

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Pagodas are Buddhist temples that are tower-like, multistory buildings that are typically predominant in East and Southeast Asia. The structure of a pagoda originated from "stupas" built in ancient India. Pagodas symbolize sacred mountains and…

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Islamic Prayer beads, also known as Subhas or Misbahas are used by Muslims to help count recitations and/or concentrate on their personal prayers. There are typically 33 or 99 beads on a Subha that aid Muslims in reciting the 99 names of Allah, or…

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Islamic prayer rugs are small oriental carpets used by Muslims when performing "salah" or the five daily prayers. Prayer rugs have become a traditional way for many Muslims to ensure cleanliness in their place of prayer. When prayer time comes,…
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