Tibetan Khatas: Traditional Offering Scarves

A khata is a traditional Tibetan offering scarf, usually made of silk or another fine fabric. Khatas are offered as greetings, expressions of respect, and gestures of goodwill to Dharma teachers, family members, friends, and honored guests. The meaning of a khata can vary according to the people involved and the occasion, much like the different meanings a bouquet of flowers can convey.

Many khatas are traditionally decorated with the Eight Auspicious Symbols, which represent qualities and aspirations within Buddhist tradition. Offering a khata is a simple and beautiful way of welcoming someone, expressing gratitude, or beginning or strengthening a relationship.

A khata may be offered to a teacher as an expression of respect and devotion, creating a meritorious connection between teacher and student. Khatas are also exchanged between people as a gesture of mutual respect and goodwill. In this way, the offering represents the care, generosity, and kindness that help create harmonious relationships between teachers and students, guests and hosts, families, and friends.

We offer fine-quality Tibetan khata scarves in sets of four. If you are placing a larger order for a ceremony, retreat, Buddhist center, or other gathering, bulk discounts are available. Please contact us for details.

Offering of Wind: Khatas

Traditional offering khatas (a set of 4) to be mailed to you.

If you would like to place a bulk order of 500 or more, please contact info@breezeofdelight.com.