Birds of Shambhala He is depicted here with

He is depicted here with his thousand arms

Abounding with gardens

Each mala has 108 beads

the Lama asked the old man how he came to be in such a state

the lama thought to offer some of his own flesh

Birds of Shambhala He is depicted here withShambala is a mythical realm said to be located on earth, though not visible to the ordinary eye. Abounding with gardens, streams, snowy peaks, and beautiful music that seems to come from the air itself, Shambala is more like a paradise than any place on earth. The songbirds of Shambhala are not quite like those in our ordinary world. They are larger, more intelligent, and exceptionally good natured. These magnificent birds nest in trees with sweet