The use of prayer flags is a traditional Tibetan spiritual technology. Prayer flags imbue the surrounding area where they are hung with auspicious energy in order to subdue obstacles and benefit all sentient beings. The basic notion is that by contact with the flags, the wind both activates and carries the essence of the prayer and image printed on them wherever it blows. The sight of prayer flags also has the practical benefit of simply reminding people to be mindful of the Dharma as they go about their business. The traditional five colors represent the five elements, and the various images invoke the power and influence of the the power and influence of the being or symbols depicted.

This set of flags exclusively features Tara and an invocation and prayer related to her. Tara is known as the "Saviouress" in Tibetan Buddhism and she is highly revered for her willingness to protect devotees from harm of any kind. Tara is a female Buddha - perfectly enlightened and without any faults whatsoever.

These flags are made in the traditional manner using wood blocks to stamp the cloth with the image seen in the close up above. Silk Road prayer flags are widely hailed for their unsurpassed quality - the prayer text is mistake free and the central figure is meticulously depicted with great beauty and precise adherence to traditional iconographic guidelines.