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in Lamaism, is one of the supreme gods of Thibet. He is a mighty protector of the earth, the sacred doctrines and morals, but because of his cruelty he is counted among the eight frightful Burchanes. He has a horrible head with open mouth, three large flaming eyes, and coral-strings made of skulls hanging about his neck. He carries in his six arms all kinds of murderous instruments, and rides an elephant.