Lumbini Buddhist Art Gallery, Berkeley California

Lumbini Buddhist Art Gallery, Berkeley California lumbini Buddhist Art Gallery, the most fina quality Thangka producer in Nepal for 25 years. do visit our website. Namaste

Anil Thapa Artist and founder of this gallery have traveled internationally educating and sharing the wisdom of this anciant Art.

09/02/2026

Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha
ॐ तारे तुत्तारे तुरे श्वाहा 🌸🌸🌸
Green Tara mantra

Oṃ Tāre Tuttāre Ture Svāhā / Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha. Tara, whose name means “star” or “she who ferries across,” is a Bodhisattva of compassion who manifests in female form. In Tibetan, Tara is known as “Dölma” (Sgrol-ma), or “She Who Saves.” In particular she represents compassion in action, since she’s in the process of stepping from her lotus throne in order to help sentient beings.The syllable Om has no conceptual meaning, and is sound representing the entire universe, past present and future.Tāre represents salvation from mundane dangers and suffering. Tara is seem as a savioress who can give aid from material threats such as floods, crime, wild animals, and traffic accidents. Tara is therefore said to protect against ordinary worldly dangers.Tuttāre represents deliverance into the spiritual path conceived in terms of individual salvation. In traditional terms, this is the path of the Arhant, which leads to individual liberation from suffering. This is seen in Mahayana Buddhism as a kind of enlightenment in which compassion does not figure strongly. Tara therefore offers individual protection from the spiritual dangers of greed, hatred, and delusion: the three factors that cause us individual suffering. Lastly, ture represents the culmination of the spiritual path in terms of deliverance into the altruistic path of universal salvation – the Bodhisattva path. In the Bodhisattva path we aspire for personal enlightenment, but we also connect compassionately with the sufferings of others, and strive to liberate them at the same time as we seek enlightenment ourselves. Tara therefore delivers us from a narrow conception of the spiritual life. She saves us from the notion that spiritual progress is about narrowly liberating ourselves from our own suffering, and instead leads us to see that true spiritual progress involves having compassion for others. Svaha means: “Hail!”, “Hail to!” or “May a blessing rest on!” We could see this final blessing as symbolizing the recognition that we are,

08/31/2026

May all beings in the universe be free from suffering.
May all beings in all universes, everwhere, be free from suffering.
May they be well and happy.
May they be at peace.

May all beings of all kinds, in all directions be happy and at peace.
Above and below, near and far, high and low.
All types of beings. Human and non-humans.
Seen and unseen.
All the animals and birds, and fishes.
All beings and creatures, with no exceptions.
May they all be happy.
May they be free.

08/27/2026

BLACK DAY!!
Rest in peace to all the innocent souls who lost their lives in flood.
OM AMI DEWA HRI
🙏🙏🙏

08/26/2026

Anil Thapa — Art Ambassador of Nepal

Anil Thapa is a Nepali artist, author, cultural storyteller, and passionate ambassador of Nepal’s rich spiritual and artistic heritage. Born in Nepal and raised with the intertwined traditions of Buddhism and Hinduism, he developed a deep appreciation for the country’s ancient wisdom, sacred art, culture, and connection to the land.

His journey has taken him across the world, including the United States, Canada, China, and Thailand, where he has shared Nepalese art, philosophy, history, and culture with diverse communities. During his time in Berkeley, California, he operated an art gallery and participated in more than 200 cultural and educational programs. His contribution to the community was recognized through a proclamation honoring “Anil Thapa Day” in Berkeley, California.

Through his art and cultural work, Anil has sought to build bridges between Nepal and the wider world. His book, Honoring the Land, reflects his lifelong connection to nature, spirituality, indigenous wisdom, and the cultural heritage of Nepal. His work with Thangka art further preserves and shares an ancient Himalayan tradition; his website describes the paintings as original, hand-painted works, including works created with 24-karat gold.

Anil is also a documentary filmmaker and cultural researcher. His documentary project, Four Bajrayoginis of Kathmandu Valley, explores the sacred heritage and history surrounding the four Bajrayogini traditions of the Kathmandu Valley—an important meeting point of Nepal’s Buddhist and Hindu spiritual traditions.

Today, Anil Thapa can be described as an Art Ambassador of Nepal—using painting, writing, documentary filmmaking, cultural programs, and international dialogue to introduce the world to Nepal’s living heritage.

His mission is simple but powerful: to honor the land, preserve the culture, and share Nepal’s ancient wisdom with the world.

www.honoringtheland.org

08/26/2026

May all beings everywhere be happy and free."
No matter whatever you are practicing in the world, keep the compassion in your heart.

08/09/2026

Lumbini Thangka Gallery – Anil Thapa
Preserving Sacred Art • Inspiring the Heart • Sharing Himalayan Wisdom
Lumbini Thangka Gallery, founded and guided by Anil Thapa, is a place where sacred Buddhist art, Himalayan culture, and spiritual wisdom come together.
With more than two decades of experience in Thangka art, the gallery is dedicated to preserving the ancient tradition of Tibetan Buddhist painting while making its beauty, symbolism, and spiritual meaning accessible to people from around the world.
Each Thangka is more than a painting. It is a visual expression of Buddhist philosophy—a meeting point between art, meditation, devotion, and the human journey toward wisdom and compassion.
The Vision of Anil Thapa
Born and raised in the historic city of Bhaktapur, Nepal, Anil Thapa grew up surrounded by Nepal's rich spiritual and artistic traditions. His journey into Buddhist philosophy and Thangka painting became a way of exploring the deeper nature of the mind, life, and existence.
Over the years, Anil has shared Nepalese Thangka art internationally through exhibitions and cultural exchanges, including in Canada, China, the United States, and Hong Kong. His work reflects a deep commitment to keeping Himalayan artistic traditions alive while creating meaningful connections between cultures.
A Living Tradition
Lumbini Thangka Gallery is not only a gallery—it is also a place of learning.
The gallery supports the transmission of Thangka painting to a new generation by providing training and opportunities for young artists, including children from communities with limited educational opportunities. Through teaching, exhibitions, and artistic collaboration, the gallery seeks to ensure that this sacred tradition continues into the future.
Art with Meaning
From Buddha and Bodhisattvas to mandalas, deities, and sacred Buddhist symbols, every Thangka carries layers of meaning.
Our purpose is not simply to create beautiful paintings, but to preserve the knowledge, discipline, symbolism, and spiritual intention contained within this ancient Himalayan art form.
Whether you are an art collector, Buddhist practitioner, traveler, student, or simply someone touched b

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