GESAR OF LING FLAG (Lung Ta)

King Gesar represents the principle of warrior ship -not in the sense of war skills but in the sense of realizing the power, dignity and wakefulness that is inherent in all of us as human beings. The confident warrior conducts himself or herself with a gentle, fearless and open-hearted intelligence in all aspects of life. This practice is said to help one accomplish their deeds with success and confidence. He is also said to be an emanation of Guru Rinpoche.

The colourful flag, following the general design of all Gesar flags, depicts King Gesar in the center bearing the magical weapons and riding his winged steed Kyang Go Karka. The Supernatural Animals of the 4 directions (Garuda, Dragon, Tiger and Snow Lion) occupy the four corners. They are inner meanings represent exalted qualities of the human mind: fearlessness, dignity, confidence and unconditional cheerfulness. Other panels contain the Three Victorious Creatures of Harmony; natural enemies united in single creatures: Garuda/Lion, Fish/Otter and Makara/Conch. They each carry Victory banners representing one of the five elements. The top center panel shows the sun, moon and stars, the Invincible Vajra and the Victory Flag of Space symbolizing Universal Sovereignty. The Kalachakra Monogram at the bottom represents the 84,000 Teachings of Enlightenment originating in Gesar’s Kingdom of Shambhala.

The text at the top supplicates King Gesar and sings his praises. It contains mantras for overcoming obstacles and conquering enemies. Down to left side is Guru Rinpoche’s Prayer of Spontaneous Accomplishment (Sampa Lhundrup). Down to the right side are written Tashi Sho prayers calling for good luck, long life and happiness. The text at the bottom and on the tongues (streamers) state that the Gesar Flag brings fulfillment of all wishes and includes mantras for increasing success. The benefits of Gesar flags include the following:- 

v    get rid of curses put upon us by others

v    protection from lawsuit

v    eradicate bad dreams, bad thoughts, bad actions

v    good health

v    power over other beings

v    wealth

v    peace within

v    luck and longevity

v    success and fulfillment of all aspirations

v    purify our bad karma

King Gesar’s heroic task is to overcome the dark forces, both outer and inner, that bring war and hardship and obscure the spiritual path. Gesar’s ultimate victory promises that peace, harmony and enlightenment will prevail in the world.