#cule icons

[garciapimienta]

BERNARDOOOOOOOO

[talonabraxas]

"Many Hindu and Buddhist deity figures that have three eyes on their heads also have eyes in the palms of their hands. The visionary Buddha-being Avalokitesvara has 1,000 hands with eyes that symbolize his active compassion, the hand sees where help is needed. To carry Vision is a blessing. Our lives are fleeting, but we get to share the light of creative consciousness, sanctifying each day."

Thousand Arms Avalokiteshvara

As we stand on the precipice of profound transformation, Avalokiteshvara's vow reverberates: "Should He Ever become disheartened in saving sentient beings, may his body shatter into a thousand pieces." Witness the symbolic metamorphosis as Avalokiteshvara becomes the Thousand Arms Bodhisattva—a visual symphony of overwhelming compassion and unwavering determination.

Symbolism and Miraculous Transformation:

Marvel at the symbolism encapsulated in Avalokiteshvara's Thousand Arms and Heads. Amitabha Buddha, witness to the Bodhisattva's unwavering commitment, grants a divine intervention. Eleven shattered heads are replaced, not merely for aesthetics but as instruments to hear the cries and pleas of suffering beings. Thousand-fold arms unfold, not as a display of power but as a manifestation of compassion—reaching out to touch, heal, and uplift.

Mantras for Spiritual Connection

In the sacred realm of spiritual practice, mantras serve as resonant chords connecting devotees with the divine. Here, we explore the melodic nuances of mantras associated with Avalokiteshvara, each a celestial invocation fostering a profound connection.

Notable Mantras:

O Mai Padme H:

Within the cadence of this six-syllable mantra, Avalokiteshvara's compassion echoes through the chambers of Tibetan monasteries, a harmonious call to enlightenment.

Nama Saptn Samyaksabuddha Kon Tadyath o cale cule cunde svh:

In the intricate brushstrokes of Shingon Buddhism, practitioners intone this mantra, unlocking layers of mystical significance.

On Arurikya Sowaka:

The resonance of this mantra within the Shingon tradition unfolds like a sacred dance, each syllable invoking Avalokiteshvara's benevolent presence.

Namah Srimadavalokitesvaraya:

Across the serene landscapes of Himal Pradesh, India, devotees chant this mantra, seeking solace in the compassionate embrace of Avalokiteshvara.

[alannacellucci]

The Breakers Music Room —

The MUSIC ROOM, designed by Richard van der Boyen and Allard et Fil, reflects the French Baroque interior the Vanderbilts would have seen in places like the Paris Opera House, and was the setting for family weddings and debutante parties. Gold and silver leaf, blue-grey Campan marble from France, mirrors, and crystal light fixtures combine to make a glittering effect for evening concerts and receptions. The spirit of music and numerous great composers are celebrated in the ceiling painting. This room and furnishings, in addition to those in the Morning Room, were designed and constructed in France then shipped to this location for installation.

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The Breakers Morning Room —

The wall paneling in the MORNING ROOM was designed by Richard van der Boyen, who carved elaborate garlands and figures in the late Renaissance style. Classical mythology and allegories decorate this room, from the painted allegory of the four seasons on the ceiling, to the Muses who appear in the corners of the room, painted on platinum leaf panels.

The room also displays portraits of Cornelius Vanderbilt II by the preeminent American portrait painter, John Singer Sargent, and the Count Laszlo Széchényi and Countess Gladys Széchényi, by the Hungarian artist Philip Alexius De László. Countess Széchényi was born Gladys Vanderbilt, the youngest of Cornelius and Alice's children. In 1908, Gladys married Count Laszlo Széchényi, a member of Hungary's premier aristocratic family and a minister to the Court of St. James in London and, later, to the United States.

When her mother Alice passed away in 1934, Countess Széchényi inherited The Breakers. In 1948, to raise funds for the Preservation Society's restoration of Hunter House, Countess Széchényi opened The Breakers to the public for tours. That same year, she leased The Breakers to the Preservation Society for $1.00 a year and continued to fund the maintenance of the house. The Preservation Society purchased The Breakers in 1972 for approximately $400,000. As an early member and supporter of the Preservation Society, Countess Széchényi made a major contribution to the preservation of Newport's architectural heritage.

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The Breakers Breakfast / Dining Room —

The BREAKFAST ROOM served as both breakfast room and informal family dining room. The table, which may be extended to seat 16 would have seated the entire family or served as seating for a small, informal dinner or luncheon. One of the premier decorators for America's elite families, Jules Allard et Fils Cules Allard & Sons) of Paris, supplied the Louis XV style furniture for the room and decided on the room's color scheme. The Vanderbilts were surrounded by imagery of the harvest.

Look around to see fruits and vegetables plentifully adorning the walls. The 12 rose-colored stone columns are solid alabaster and draw your eyes upward to the ceiling painting of the goddess Aurora heralding the dawn. The massive chandeliers and wall sconces in the Imperial design are made of French Baccarat crystal, and were piped for gas and wired for electricity at the time the house was built. The crown shaped tops indicate the style, while the rings on the chains were used to adjust the flow of gas.

Allard and Sons of Paris assisted Hunt with furnishings and fixtures, Austro-American sculptor Karl Bitter designed relief sculpture, and Boston architect Ogden Codman decorated the family quarters. The mansion covers nearly an acre of the 13-acre property and has 70 rooms including 48 bedrooms for family and staff. There are 27 fireplaces. It was equipped with electricity – still a novelty in houses during the Gilded Age – as well as gas for lighting.

The Breakers has entertained presidents, royalty and guests from across the world for more than 125 years and today is visited by hundreds of thousands of people each year. It is the flagship of the Newport Mansions and a world-famous iconic image of the City-by-the-Sea. The Breakers was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1994.

[ivanhoe-dont-do-it]

⬆️Icon change bc no one represents me like Tashi and bc I regret not advocating for the ‘cule to be this scene for Halloween this year

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[tatenoem]

[gaytedlasso]

I still can’t believe that Jared of all people was the one who saved tonight

[doux-amer]

So, has Iniesta and/or his team actually addressed the situation or not? A friend texted me asking if I heard because I still had him as my Twitter display pic this afternoon while I was working, and just. I’ve been super down about it for the past few hours and my mood kept dipping lower and lower because I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Like...do I stop loving him? Can I stop? But I can’t ignore it and I can’t stop thinking about it. 

[runby2]

My whole cule has black and white icons except for me so every time I come online and check our Group Chat it looks like I’ve reigned victorious. I’m the strongest and the others have been eliminated for being weak. No more mocking me for being 5’0 tall, or blowing raspberries at me. you didn’t even survive the fray.

[mesqueunclub-ish]

i mean, Pique was so good for so many years. we called him our president for a reason, he was the voice of cules and just the spirit. but he had to ruin everything this year for fuck knows why. it's a pity. the memory of his iconic years will live. but he will never be respected.

[billgenbrough]

All of the cule has changed their icons, so time to say goodbye to cute lil Bill, I guess </3

[chamomiledelight]

should i use the eddie icon or the stan icon 😳

OH MY GOSH EDDIE !!!!! SOSO HARD BUT YOU REMIND ME A LOT OF EDDIE SO I SAY GO W HIM !

alsoo i know i am not really part of the cule i just kinda . rbed from you HGDXN

[anarcoqueer1994]

Honestly the entire Cap Quartet could be a cute poly-cule becaude like every combination of ships could be adorable.

Steve/Bucky-Iconic, OTP, been in love since they figured out what love is

Steve/Sam-Adorbs/supportive as heck

Steve/Natasha-Fun and super cute together

Bucky/Sam-fantastic/playful banter/help each other grow

Bucky/Natasha-Fun assissin games, yes? sometimes speak Russian to each other,also adorbs

Natasha/Sam-The only two braincells in the entire polycule, enjoys fucking with the other two

Like I can I picture Steve feeling bad when he came back because he was still desperately in love with Bucky but then realizes that he is also falling for Natasha and Sam. Qnd then he is confused but like eventually comes to terms with this. THEN Bucky is back, and after a lot of misadventures, he realizes this is all okay, plus they are all into each other so it works out(Though for Steve personally, he still feels a little more connected to Bucky,)

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[nakayutah-moved]

fave cule mood #2: iniesta fighting ronald mc donald back in 2k10

[coureirsix]

first off thank you for typing all that you’re an icon.....but twist and....twist and shout???? HOW

ily anon it was all for the 'Cule.

but also basically j*red admitted to making deepfakes on an app (hence the jackles wet ass pussy deepfake) and he made one of him and jensen where theyre made to look like old men where jensen is singing the beatles' popular hit, Twist and Shout.

but like u know what those words do to us dmfks