Altar The Altar can consist of several groups of objects. Most important are the three objects representing Buddhas body, speech and mind. They constitute a basic altar. The first of this objects is a statue of Buddha or of a Bodhisattva. It is placed in the center.
Second object is a sacred text.
It represents Buddhas speech, is wrapped in maroon or yellow cloth and is placed on the left side. On the right side of the altar a Stupa as a symbol of Buddhas mind is located. For all of these objects pictures may be used as substitutes. In addition pictures of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Lamas and Protectors can be arranged around these three objects. The second group concerns offerings.