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A popular Buddhist charm against sickness
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A popular Buddhist charm against sickness
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A popular Buddhist charm to bind and inactivate various demons of sickness, in particular the demons known as gyalpo and drimo. These are shown here chained together containing a circular disc enclosing a four-petalled lotus, inscribed with protective mantras and formulas.

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Keywords: China; Buddhism; Tibet; Amulets and Charms; Sickness
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