Ancient TERMA
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Known as the Ancient Lineage, the Nyingma tradition dates back to the founding of Buddhism in the 7th century during the reign of King Songtsen Gampo (617-698). It was fully
established during the reign of King Trisong Detsen (790-858) through the efforts of the Indian scholar, Shantarakshita, the tantric master, Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche), and the
scholar-translator Vimalamitra.
The Nyingma tradition survived during this time through the strength of its yogic tradition that was not dependent on monasteries requiring royal patronage. The tantras unique to
the Nyingma are the three inner tantras: Mahayoga, Anuyoga and Atiyoga (Dzogchen).
Tsa tsa Terma
Who wears This Tsa tsa Terma will be accompanied by Buddha, Bodhisattva, Dakini, and Dharmapalas from all over places and direction, just as protected by a suit of armor to avoid
all evils and demons. Wearing a Chacha, a person won’t be hurt by invocation of the enemies, nor by gun or knives,. Chacha is the most precious body amulet which can easily defuse
and turn the terrible situation to an auspicious one when a great disaster or obstacle occurs. When faced with disease, people can cut a little piece from Chacha with a knife and
take it as medicine, which will have unimaginable blessing and curative effect on the patients.
On the top of the Chacha is eight-treasure pagoda. The cusp on the bottom symbolizes the Yidam of Vajrakila who is the manifestation of the concept of “Non-dualite” which is the
unite with Emptiness and wisdom, it can quickly get rid of all obstacles in people’s life.