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Mural painting of Dhritarastra dating from about 1857 . According to buddhist teachings the Four Heavenly Kings, Four Great Kings, Four Guardian Kings watch over the four directions. Paintings of all four are often seen in temple and monastery entrances. Dhritarastra watches over the East. He is white. His symbols are a pipa, a stringed lute-like musical instrument. He is attended by Gandharvas, nature spirits with great musical ability. Wangdichholing Palace,, Bumthang, Bhutan, Drul Yul. 16 November 2007

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Michael Grant
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Mural painting of Dhritarastra dating from about 1857 . According to buddhist teachings the Four Heavenly Kings, Four Great Kings, Four Guardian Kings watch over the four directions. Paintings of all four are often seen in temple and monastery entrances. Dhritarastra watches over the East. He is white. His symbols are a pipa, a stringed lute-like musical instrument. He is attended by Gandharvas, nature spirits with great musical ability. Wangdichholing Palace,, Bumthang, Bhutan, Drul Yul. 16 November 2007