Tibetan Prayer Flags For over a thousand years Tibetans have been making and hanging prayer flags. Squares of cloth, in each of the Five Elements/Five Buddha Families' colors (blue, white, red, green and yellow) are printed onto and sewn on a cord in groups of five. Tibetans believe that hanging prayer flags with intention releases positive, energized wishes out to the world on the wind. Loving-Kindness, Peace, Compassion and Wisdom are the themes. It is a sign of respect to keep Prayer Flags off of the ground or floor. The cloth frays and the printed images fade as they are released to the wind and the heavens. When they are well worn they are often burned, to release the last expression of prayer. It is also common to see old, tattered prayer flags side by side with new ones, left to the elements. To learn more please visit our Prayer Flag History page. We are passionate about introducing and encouraging Westerners to embrace the beautiful and ancient tradition of prayer flags.

Tibetan WindHorse Flags - medium size   -  $16.00 West Wind Flags' newest addition to the Tibetan Prayer Flag line. WindHorse with the wishfulfilling jewel on his back is perfect for your intentions. Flags are: 10" x 12" and the set hangs 5' wide. This 5 flag set is very traditional; almost a thousand years ago this would have been the favored set. WindHorse is the carrier of prayers on the wind in Tibetan culture and is synonymous with prayer flags. The 4 Dignities surround WindHorse in the 4 corners of the flag. They are: Garuda, Dragon, Snow Lion and Snow Leopard. The mantras on the flag are those of Tara, Guru Rinpoche, Vajrasattva and Manjushri.

Thangka Wall Hanging - Red with Yellow   -  $9.95 Closeout SALE: Beautiful, indoor wall hanging with an image of Shakyamuni - the historical Buddha. The Buddha is flanked by two of his disciples: Shariputra and Maha Maudgalyayana. This would be a lovely piece over a household shrine. Gold ink on Red fabric with a yellow border, 100% cotton. Printed from an original wood block in Kathmandu, Nepal. 12" x 16" with 2 fabric loops at the top for hanging. The Buddha's mantra: 'Om Muni Muni Maha Muna Ye Soha' is printed in Tibetan at the bottom of the image. The mantra, in ordinary terms, is paying homage to the Great, Wise One in words of praise and respect.

Tibetan Prayer Flags...'Deities Set' (5 Flags)   -  $18.00 This is a very traditional Buddhist set. Amitayus is the Buddha of boundless and long life. Windhorse (Lungta in Tibetan) carries our prayers on the wind. In the 4 corners of this flag are the 4 supernatural creatures: Dragon, Tiger, Snow Lion & Garuda/Eagle. Blue: Medicine Buddha White: White Tara Red: Amitayus Buddha Green: Green Tara Yellow: WindHorse Each flag is 14" x 17", unhemmed and hangs over 6 1/2' wide. Send Blessings on the Wind!

Medicine Buddha - 5 Flag Set   -  $18.00 An excellent set to hang for healing All 5 flags have Medicine Buddha on them in each of the elemental colors. Set is perfect for someone focusing on healing: physically, emotionally or spiritually. A heartfelt gift for someone who needs comfort. Hanging width is 6 1/2’. Each flag is 14” x 17”, unhemmed.

Tibetan WindHorse DarCho Garden Flag   -  $32.00 White DarCho bearing 5 prints of WindHorse, carrier of prayers on the wind. The contrasting blue border adds to its radiance. 5 colored tongues printed with beneficial mantras are sewn onto the side of the flag. The fabric and sewing are of excellent quality. 18" x 7 1/2' tall Includes how-to directions for installing a pole flag. (Poles not included.)

Tibetan Deities DarCho Garden Flag   -  $32.00 This is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist flag, bearing 5 different Deities printed on the 5 Buddha family colors. The border is green, beautifully framing the Deities. 5 colored tongues printed with the beneficial mantras are sewn onto the side of the flag. (The image shows 10 tongues, however the flags now only have 5 tongues.) The fabric and sewing are of excellent quality. 18" x 7 1/2' tall. Includes how-to directions for installing a pole flag. (Poles not included.)

Mini Prayer Flags - Tara - 10/set   -  $10.00 Green Tara is feminine energy: protection from fear and active compassion. This precious little set has Green Tara printed on each of the 10 flags. Each flag is only 6” wide. 100% cotton, Fair Trade, made in Kathmandu, Nepal. Its size makes it suitable for even the smallest home, like an R.V.. Hanging length is 6’. The shipping cost of $1. is included in the price. If this is the only item ordered, the flags will be mailed to you via 1st class Mail in an envelope.

Mini Prayer Flags - WindHorse -5/set   -  $6.00 A delightfully small and uplifting set. WindHorse, or Lung-ta in Tibetan, is the carrier of prayers on the wind. The traditional Lung-ta, (WindHorse and the 4 supernatural animals) appear on this traditional set. So small, when it's rolled up it will fit in an envelope with a card. This set is precious and its size makes it suitable for even the smallest home. Each flag is only 6” wide; hanging width is 3’. The shipping cost of $1. is included in the price. If this is the only item ordered, the flags will be mailed to you via 1st class Mail in an envelope.

Blank 5 Flag Set   -  $17.00 Create-Your-Own! Inspirational Gift - Make Your Own Peace Flags! This unprinted set is ready for you and your friends to write on with permanent markers or fabric paints. Invite your creativity to flow! Lay it out at an event for friends to write an encouraging wish or blessing. Then hang the set with intention. 5 flags in the 5 element colors, strung on a cord; each flag is 11" x 11". A most unique gift for special occasions...birth, marriage, new business or venture, even for the passage of a loved one.