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Shamanic Phurba / Kila

04 Tuesday Jul 2017

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The Phurba or Kila is extensively used within Shamanism.  Here is the best description I’ve come across, written by Nicholas Breeze Wood for his ‘Sacred Hoop Magazine’ and available to read for free here:

http://www.3worlds.co.uk/Articles/KillingDemons.pdf

 

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Introduction to the Phurba / Kila

04 Tuesday Jul 2017

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I came across this really useful article.  It is concise and helpful. Whilst focused on Vajrayana Buddhist uses, the shamanic uses are very similar.

http://buddhaweekly.com/phurba-kila-potent-wrathful-ritual-implements-vajrayana-buddhism-symbolizes-karma-activity-buddhas/