they believe that whenever you die you achieve nirvana. Answer: Tibetan Buddhism is very similar in its beliefs to all other forms of Mahayana Buddhism (Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path, deatha nd re-birth leading to eventual enlightenment) with the addition of esoteric beliefs and the admixture of original Tibetan native (eg Bon) traditions.
Tibetan monks do not traditionally believe in a single all-powerful god like in some monotheistic religions. Instead, they focus on spiritual development, meditation, and compassion towards all beings. Their beliefs are rooted in Buddhist philosophy, which does not center around a creator god.
The monks of Tibet are called Tibetan monks in English. In Tibetan they may be called choden 'religious' or chodak 'Dharma spreader.'
Celibacy is requirement for Tibetan monks. The Dalai Lama is a Tibetan monk.
I believe the Shih Tzu was originally carried in the sleeves of Tibetan Monks.
There are several/many lineages in Tibetan Buddhism. However, the head monk of Tibetan Buddhism is the Dalai Lama.
In English we would call them Tibetan monks. In Tibet they are called chodak or or choden.
Well, if you look at it this way, no.
the monks brought it over to china
That would be Lamas
Instructional Aids
Tibetan monks do not marry. Tibetans lamas (priests) fall under 2 categories, monks (celibate) and yogis (not necessarily celibate). The vast majority of Gelugpa Lamas are monks who are celibate.
No, they opened their mouths to recite their mantras. Om Shanti Om.