What Are Chinese Scholar’s Rocks (Gongshi)? A Guide
Chinese scholar’s rocks, called gongshi, are naturally shaped stones prized by literati for their strange forms and contemplative beauty. Scholars displayed them in their studios
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Buddha vs. Bodhisattva: What Is the Difference?
Buddha vs. Bodhisattva: What Is the Difference? A Buddha has attained full awakening, while a bodhisattva pursues awakening and, especially in Mahayana Buddhism, helps all
What Are Tibetan Thangka Paintings? A Collector’s Guide
What Are Tibetan Thangka Paintings? A Collector’s Guide Tibetan thangka paintings are scroll paintings on cotton or silk depicting Buddhist deities, mandalas, and sacred narratives.