Question asked by Daniel
Dear Pastors,
I recently had the karma to come into possession of what I am told is a Namtose wealth vase from Sera Mey Monastery in India. I am making offerings in front of the vase, but I am wondering if Namtose is a deity I can take refuge in? Should I be offering items using "Om Ah Hum x 3" or if he is a wordly deity, how should I go about making offerings? Thank you so much.
Sincerely,
Dear Daniel,
Namtose is the Tibetan name for Vaishravana, the Wealth deity. He is yellow in colour and holds a victory banner and a mongoose. He belongs to the class of Dharma protectors that are enlightened. He is the Guardian of the North and the King of Yakshas. As he is enlightened, one can take refuge in him. In some traditions he is worshipped as a minor god. You can place the wealth vase on your altar or in your living room or office.