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drdavid · 2nd April 2006, 12:54 AM

Well after a bit of research I think I have found the meaning of the symbols on these sheaths. They are traditional Tibetan buddhist symbols (there are mongolian and sanskrit equivalents) known as the Eight Auspicious symbols. In general these symbols occur all together or in pairs or singularly and are often found on religious objects or objects of personal significance.
Starting at the bottom of the sheaths shown we have in order:

A Wheel, A Banner Proclaiming Victory, An Endless Knot, A Conch Shell, A Lotus, A Treasure Vase, A Pair of Golden Fishes and A Parasol (Umbrella).

Each of the symbols is steeped in Buddhist meaning, for those curious it can be further explored at this link.
http://www.exoticindiaart.com/article/symbols

DrD

Ian · 2nd April 2006, 04:49 AM

David:

Interesting that the theme of the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism comes up again in relation to a weapon. We had a discussion three or four years ago about the Eight Auspicious Symbols in relation to decorations on a Thai or Cambodian dha. That discussion is on the old forum, at this link:

http://www.vikingsword.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/002182.html

Ian.

2nd April 2006, 12:54 AM	#1
drdavid Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 372	The 8 symbols shown Well after a bit of research I think I have found the meaning of the symbols on these sheaths. They are traditional Tibetan buddhist symbols (there are mongolian and sanskrit equivalents) known as the Eight Auspicious symbols. In general these symbols occur all together or in pairs or singularly and are often found on religious objects or objects of personal significance. Starting at the bottom of the sheaths shown we have in order: A Wheel, A Banner Proclaiming Victory, An Endless Knot, A Conch Shell, A Lotus, A Treasure Vase, A Pair of Golden Fishes and A Parasol (Umbrella). Each of the symbols is steeped in Buddhist meaning, for those curious it can be further explored at this link. http://www.exoticindiaart.com/article/symbols DrD

2nd April 2006, 04:49 AM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,399	David: Interesting that the theme of the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism comes up again in relation to a weapon. We had a discussion three or four years ago about the Eight Auspicious Symbols in relation to decorations on a Thai or Cambodian dha. That discussion is on the old forum, at this link: http://www.vikingsword.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/002182.html Ian.