<P> Images or the names of four powerful animals, also known as the Four Dignities, adorn each corner of a flag: the dragon, the garuda, the tiger, and the snowlion . </P> <P> Traditionally, prayer flags are used to promote peace, compassion, strength, and wisdom . The flags do not carry prayers to gods, which is a common misconception; rather, the Tibetans believe the prayers and mantras will be blown by the wind to spread the good will and compassion into all pervading space . Therefore, prayer flags are thought to bring benefit to all . </P> <P> By hanging flags in high places the Lung ta will carry the blessings depicted on the flags to all beings . As wind passes over the surface of the flags, which are sensitive to the slightest movement of the wind, the air is purified and sanctified by the mantras . </P> <P> The prayers of a flag become a permanent part of the universe as the images fade from exposure to the elements . Just as life moves on and is replaced by new life, Tibetans renew their hopes for the world by continually mounting new flags alongside the old . This act symbolizes a welcoming of life's changes and an acknowledgment that all beings are part of a greater ongoing cycle . </P>

Where do you put tibetan buddhist prayer flags