The Four Peaceful Friends Prayer Flags

For centuries Tibetans have hung prayer flags on mountain tops, homes, stupas and temples. The prayers written on the flags are released out to the universe as the wind blows through them. As the images and prayers fade from the flags, they become a part of the universe. New flags are often hung on auspicious days and during celebrations.

The image of an elephant, monkey, hare and dove balanced upon one another is from an ancient Buddhist story. This beautiful story of friendship serves to remind us to honor and help one another in order to live happy and peaceful lives. Hang these eye-catching handmade prayer flags to honor, promote and mend your friendships. Printed on the bottom of each flag is printed (in Tibetan) "May all beings be free from suffering." Prayer flags are traditionally hung on hill tops, temples and homes to promote good in the world.

This listing includes 10 flags and each flag measures 6"X8".

Our prayer flags are handmade in Nepal by a local family that has been making prayer flags in Kathmandu for decades. They us traditional woodblocks and screen printing and employ hardworking women who are compensated fairly for their work and skills. Please let me know if you have any questions.