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Padmasambhava was also known as Guru Rinpoche and the Lotus Guru. He is regarded as the founder of the Nyingma tradition and kadjgu, the oldest of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Four Direction Kings (or Heavenly Kings) are major protectors in Buddhism, each guarding a cardinal direction: Dhritarashtra (East), Virudhaka (South), Virupaksha (West), and Vaishravana (North), residing on Mount Sumeru and protecting the cosmos from evil forces, leading lesser spirits, and promoting the Dharma. They are depicted in temples with specific colors and symbolic items, like lutes, swords, or jewels, representing harmony, cutting delusion, watchful eyes, and wealth, respectively.
East (East): Dhritarashtra (Chíguó Tiān / Jikokuten) – Guards the Gandharvas, plays a lute for harmony, often depicted in white.
South (South): Virudhaka (Zēngzhǎng Tiān / Zōjōten) – Protects Kumbhāṇḍas, wields a sword to cut delusion, colored red.
West (West): Virupaksha (Guǎngmù Tiān / Kōmokuten) – Guards Nāgas, holds a serpent/stupa, seen with many eyes, often red/blue.
North (North): Vaishravana (Duōwén Tiān / Bishamonten) – Protects Yakṣas, carries a mongoose (vomiting jewels) or victory banner, usually yellow.
Guardians: They are powerful protectors of Buddhism, the world, and the Dharma (Buddhist teachings).
Cosmic Role: They live on the lower slopes of the mythical Mount Sumeru, the center of the Buddhist universe.
Temple Placement: Often seen at the entrances of Buddhist temples, creating a sacred boundary.
Spiritual Practice: Their mantras are chanted to summon strength, clarity, and protection, transforming challenges into spiritual growth.