ZAMBALA (NAMTSE)
# Zambala(namtse); the buddhist god of wealth is seated on a white snow lion is the presiding deity of
Tibet's snowy mountain ranges.
# The white lion is actually the national animal of Tibet and adorns the Tibetan national flag,as also
the insignia(badge) of the Dalai Lama himself.
# The giant figure or healthy looks of Namtse is golden yellow in colour and has a stern (strict) expression.
# He holds a banner of victory in his right hand while the left arm holds a mongoose ,an animal which is truly
associated with good fortune.
# Zambala is also known as Vaishravana,the popular god of wealth in Hindu Mythology and holds strong resemblance
to the Hindu deity Kubera.
# He is especially called on to grant wealth and prosperity .
# He is also regarded as the four kings of the first heaven and rules the northern heaven.
# As giver of wealth ,this deity commands great respect among his devotees..