Shri Devi - Palden Lhamo The Pillar plays an integral

The Pillar plays an integral role in Tibetan architecture

At its core

and rain pours from the jewels they squeeze in their claws

handwoven black cotton

They are also considered to be symbols of loyalty and fidelity as they keep one partner for their entire lives

Shri Devi - Palden Lhamo The Pillar plays an integralPalden Lhamo is one of the principle guardian gods of Buddhism in Tibet, particularly of the Geluk school. Unlike most other protector deities, she is considered a realized adept in the Tantric path and hence receives more reverence than other protector deities, such as those tamed by Padmasambhava. Being so, she is one of the very few guardian deities considered worthy of prostration. The first mention of Palden Lhamo in the annals of Tibetan history