Swastika Symbology in Bө Murgel and Bön
The swastika has been used as a symbol of good luck, happiness and truth by very diverse cultures in many locations all over the globe since prehistory. Today it can still be seen throughout Asia as a symbol of general good luck. However, this ancient symbol has been much maligned.
This short article seeks to dispel misconceptions surrounding the swastika and explores its symbology in four points:
- Swastika controversy
- Swastika as a solar symbol
- Swastika in the Prehistoric Bön of Eurasia and Bө Murgel
- Swastika in Yungdrung Bön