Four harmonious friends

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The painting of the four harmonious friends is found in most Bhutanese homes, Lhakhangs, monasteries, and dzongs in the form of wall painting or Thangka. It is believed that that the painting symbolizes harmony and unity in family or society; it has a world of meaning contrary to its commonplace perception as an obvious symbolism of harmony.

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"It symbolises interdependence despite the difference in size and strength of the animals. It is an epitome of friendship, cooperation, good relation without considering hierarchy, strength, power or even size. It depicts the virtues of Buddhist morals. At a single glance one will know that four different species of animals are united in harmony."

He explained the animals are representations of Lord Buddha himself and his close advocates: the bird is Buddha himself, the rabbit is Sheribu (Shari Putra), the monkey Mou-Gelgi-Bu (Mugyalyana), and the elephant Kingau (Ananda). "The painting teaches most of the Bhutanese values of etiquette like respect for elders, cooperation, and generosity. You need not become a monk or a nun to practice religion, the four animals can be an example," said a buddhist scholar.
Height 20cm
Width 20cm
Weight 400g
Compositions wood
Styles traditional
Properties fine wood curved and painted with natural color

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Four harmonious friends

Four harmonious friends

The painting of the four harmonious friends is found in most Bhutanese homes, Lhakhangs, monasteries, and dzongs in the form of wall painting or Thangka. It is believed that that the painting symbolizes harmony and unity in family or society; it has a world of meaning contrary to its commonplace perception as an obvious symbolism of harmony.

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