Meditative Techniques in Harsh Conditions
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What is the purpose of the large version of the Buddhist prayer flagpole mentioned in the text?

  • To mark the highest point of the mountain
  • To provide shade for the pilgrims
  • To indicate good omens if it leans towards Kailash (correct)
  • To protect against extreme weather conditions

    • What is the significance of the mountain Kailash mentioned in the text?

  • It is the tallest mountain in the world
  • It is the source of four of the world's great rivers
  • It is home to various Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain deities (correct)
  • It is known for its extreme cold temperatures

    • What does the text suggest about the monks in the region in terms of generating heat?

  • They rely on external sources for heat
  • They meditate to cope with the cold
  • They can tantrically generate heat from within (correct)
  • They struggle with extreme cold temperatures

    • What do pilgrims do when they come across a site that takes their understanding of devotion to a new level?

    <p>Prostrate themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the symbolic power of the mountain Kailash according to the text?

    <p>It represents unity among different religious beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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