This beautiful pair of Temple Lions is skillfully hand-carved out of boxwood and hand-polished. Each is adorned with a mystic knot to magnify its potency and finished off with two auspicious red tassels.
Temple Lions , normally seen as a pair, are mythical animals and guardians of the heavenly gate. They have fear-inspiring faces and muscular bodies and are believed to be protectors that ward off evil influences and spirits. Since ancient times, the protective guardian Temple Lions were placed in front of all the palaces and temples. It is their task to probe the mind and intentions of the entering guest. It is said that people with good thoughts can pass by the Temple Lions unhindered, but they see through bad people and refuse them entry. The Temple Lions also nourishes Chi that enters the home or business premises and thus bring in good fortune.
Hang the Boxwood Pair of Temple Lion Tassels on each side of an entrance to a room, facing outward to safeguard your home or office against evil influences, people with ill intentions towards you and even theft.