Pe-har
Tibetan Buddhist divinity
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Pe-har is a prominent divinity in Tibetan Buddhism, specifically recognized as the chief of the Five Great Kings. These deities are venerated for protection against adversaries. Pe-har is often described as the "king of karma" and is depicted as white in color, riding a white lion. The Five Great Kings are believed by some traditions to have been five brothers who originated from northern Mongolia and came to Tibet. Each king is associated with a specific domain and color, with Pe-har residing in the northern quarter.1
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