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Free Tibet

2008.04.17

A DZI bead —

"For thousands of years, Tibetans have treated the Dzi beads as a type of living gemstone. The word 'Dzi' may be translated from Tibetan to mean 'luminous' or 'splendour' in English."

Dzi beads are meant for devout worship and reverently kept and passed down over generations within the family. The ancient Dzi beads absorb cosmic energy from the Universe, hence Dzi beads can guard against misfortune and bring about blessings."

A New Zealand artisan wove the cord so the DZI bead could be worn as a necklace.—"Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck.”

—Dalai Lama

I wear the necklace every day. “We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.”

—Dalai Lama

“If you can, help others; if you cannot do that, at least do not harm them.”

—Dalai Lama

As the eagle soars in the endless blue,
Its shadow races after it, far below.
Yet space does not divide: bird and shadow
are linked. So too each act

— Tibetan quote, circa 18th Century.

"Goodness speaks in a whisper, evil shouts."

Tibetan proverb

1989 Nobel Peace Prize.
“The prize reaffirms our conviction that with truth, courage and determination as our weapons, Tibet will be liberated. Our struggle must remain non-violent and free of hatred.”

Dalai Lama

“The wise understand by themselves; fools follow the reports of others”

—Tibetan Proverb

DZI Beads

"Few beads are surrounded by as much myth and mystery as the Dzi bead (say zee). The etched agates are found in Tibet, Bhutan, Ladakh, and Nepal, and are believed to be about two thousand years old. Many legends accompany the beads-

· That they were not made by man but created by the gods, that they bring luck and ward off evil

· That they protect the wearer from physical harm by taking the abuse upon themselves

· That the bead itself will choose its owner and will not stay with an unlucky person.

Tibetan Dzi Beads and AgateDzi (pronounced "zee'') originated from Tibet and the Himalayan mountains. In Tibetan this word can simply be translated to bring good meanings of 'splendour', brightness and shine".

"Formed under the earth a long time ago, agate is one of nature's precious gifts to mankind and has been well accepted as a stone that radiates good energy. "

34 Comments

Great post..FreeTibet!

????? · 2008-04-16: 19:22

thanks for the post

mojaroo · 2008-04-16: 19:28

nice angles on the pics- very creative! R

urmysunshine · 2008-04-16: 19:46

very nice post.

sunshineand · 2008-04-16: 19:47

Very nice post

Queen911 · 2008-04-16: 20:24

yes, very nice posting

sudipsur · 2008-04-16: 22:30

I learn something new everyday .. the shots are lovely ... wonderful post :)

Lindyart · 2008-04-16: 22:38

Thanks so much for the beauty of this presentation.

maharba · 2008-04-16: 23:16

Great post all around...

joycephotography · 2008-04-17: 00:13

thank you for the information - great post - free Tibet ...

camilleauteuil · 2008-04-17: 01:08

very nice set

ranginkamaan · 2008-04-17: 01:47

Great idea,powerful post!
Free Tibet!

somogyvari · 2008-04-17: 03:47

Beautiful shots, wise words, great message. Free Tibet!

jagungal · 2008-04-17: 04:57

FREE TIBET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great post, great words!!!

Agodashi · 2008-04-17: 05:09

Free Tibet !!!
Beautiful post !

Gwadannie · 2008-04-17: 06:58

Great post.
FREE TIBET !!!

neusnet · 2008-04-17: 08:04

FREE TIBET !!!

vterezia · 2008-04-17: 09:05

Great post.
Free Tibet!!!

JaCkYe · 2008-04-17: 10:37

lovely

openbelarus · 2008-04-17: 12:06

free Tibet

Michka43 · 2008-04-17: 12:19

Great macros!

felipeadiers · 2008-04-17: 13:24

Powerful post!

Kanya · 2008-04-17: 16:17

I'm repeating myself from another blog...

May there be freedom and peace to ALL who suffer injustices, large and small. One day, I think, probably not in my lifetime, the chains will be broken.

Imagine all the people living life in peace...John Lennon. Let's start with getting along with our neighbors and co-workers.

Thanks for the info on the beads. I had never heard of them. They do look magical.

oldbabe · 2008-04-17: 18:42

Great! Free Tibet!!!!

miclaud · 2008-04-17: 20:05

Well expressed Lynda! Yes - China out of Tibet!!

kangshung · 2008-04-17: 20:45

Wonderful images and sentiments.

rolpa · 2008-04-17: 23:21

I took my time to read every word and I shall come back to it.
Beautiful post, the pictures and the textes make it very sepcial.
FREE TIBET

carmitage · 2008-04-18: 03:24

Thank you for the background in these interesting beads.. I actually had no knowledge of them at all and find them both beautiful to look at and am just fascinated at the meaning engendered in them. Great macro shots, Lynda, and a potent visual message to match.

Peche · 2008-04-18: 04:05