Reincarnation Collection

Dharmachakra, Wheel of Transmigratory Existence (paper)
XBP343135 Dharmachakra, Wheel of Transmigratory Existence (paper) by Tibetan School; American Museum of Natural History, New York

Phoenix, the mythical bird reborn from the flames of fire. Coloured woodcut. Date: 1493

Chinese Pig-Bonze
The Chinese bonze Tchou Pa- Kiai is the unhappy victim of an unfortunate mistake during reincarnation, forced to live this life half-pig, half-man

"Deal of the incarnation against Nestorius" (De Incarnatione Domini contra Nestorium)
AIS5361697 "Deal of the incarnation against Nestorius" (De Incarnatione Domini contra Nestorium) (Nestorianism (of Patriarch Nestorius or Nestorios) by John Cassian (Joannes Cassianus)

Cambyses slays the Sacred Bull, XXVIIth Dynasty (litho)
8661079 Cambyses slays the Sacred Bull, XXVIIth Dynasty (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cambyses slays the Sacred Bull, XXVIIth Dynasty)

Mystery of Broadwalk Asylum, Los Angeles, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Mystery of Broadwalk Asylum, Los Angeles, 1936. Do You Believe in Reincarnation? WPA Federal Theatre Playhouse...'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

The seven year old Pollock twins of Whitley Bay, Gillian and Jennifer. Their father believes they are reincarnations of his two daughters, Joanne and Jacqueline killed in 1957. 26th September 1965

The Pollock twins, Gillian and Jennifer. Their father believes they are reincarnations of his two daughters, Joanne and Jacqueline who were killed in 1957

Concepts: reincarnation, an allegory
An allegory of reincarnation-the infant is reborn from the dead self. Date: 1907

Reincarnation: Dalai Lama reborn 1934
When the Dalai Lama dies, a baby boy born at precisely the same moment is recognised by church leaders at Lhasa, Tibet, as his reincarnation. 1934

The Final Release, illustration from Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists by Sister Nivedita and Ananda Coomaraswamy
STC323755 The Final Release, illustration from Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists by Sister Nivedita and Ananda Coomaraswamy, 1st edition, 1913 (colour litho) by Tagore

The treachery of Bitous wife, illustration from The Myths of Ancient Egypt by Lewis Spence, 1917 (colour litho)
STC323910 The treachery of Bitous wife, illustration from The Myths of Ancient Egypt by Lewis Spence, 1917 (colour litho) by Paul

The Kurmavatara of Vishnu (engraving)
7182586 The Kurmavatara of Vishnu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kurmavatara of Vishnu)

Buddhism: a bodhisattva (having reached the state of Buddha but refusing nirvana to
JLJ4669104 Buddhism: a bodhisattva (having reached the state of Buddha but refusing nirvana to reincarner again). Red gres sculpture of the 2nd century. From Mathura, India

Ancient Egyptian Art: King Ramses II is introduced to the divinites Horus
JLJ4604085 Ancient Egyptian Art: King Ramses II is introduced to the divinites Horus, Amon and Hathor who give him life and royal insignia

Suvana Sama Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910)
5975457 Suvana Sama Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910) by Laotian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Buddhism. Marriage of Dulukala and Parika)

Various reincarnations of the soul in animal forms, reproduced in
CHT178306 Various reincarnations of the soul in animal forms, reproduced in Recherche sur les superstitions en Chine by Father Henri Dore and published in 1911 (colour litho)

Tsarevich Dimitry, son of the Assassinated Tsar Nicholas
BAL37751 Tsarevich Dimitry, son of the Assassinated Tsar Nicholas by Nesterov, Mikhail Vasilievich (1862-1942); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Temiya Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910)
5975471 Temiya Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910) by Laotian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Buddhism. Temiya, son of King Kasikaraja of Benares (Varanasi), is one month old

Mahajanaka Jataka. (engraving, ca. 1910)
5975446 Mahajanaka Jataka. (engraving, ca. 1910) by Laotian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Buddhism. The decidating chariot of the new king of Mithilah goes by itself towards)

Mahajanaka Jataka. (engraving, ca. 1910)
5975444 Mahajanaka Jataka. (engraving, ca. 1910) by Laotian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Buddhism. The palace of King PolaJanaka)

Krishna arriving at Radhas house, illustration from a manuscript of the
STC140539 Krishna arriving at Radhas house, illustration from a manuscript of the Rasamanjari of Bhanudatta, Basholi style, c.1660-70 (gouache on paper) by Pahari School

Suvana Sama Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910)
5975454 Suvana Sama Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910) by Laotian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Buddhism. The two villages of Dulukala and Parika)

Mahajanaka Jataka. (engraving, ca. 1910)
5975452 Mahajanaka Jataka. (engraving, ca. 1910) by Laotian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Buddhism. Prince Mahajanaka (the old form of Buddha)

Temiya Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910)
5975475 Temiya Jakata. (engraving, ca. 1910) by Laotian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Buddhism. Mute Prince Temiya was 16 years old regained for 7 days)

Ancient Egypt: portrait of Ammonios: representation of a man holding a golden canthara
JLJ4566542 Ancient Egypt: portrait of Ammonios: representation of a man holding a golden canthara enriched with emeralds and filled with wine that identifies him as Dionysus

THE PIG BONZE
TCHOU PA-KIAI a bonze who is the victim of a mistake during reincarnation, forced to live this life half- pig, half-man Date: 1914

He was suddenly startled to see a girlish form coming towards him in the wavering shadows, 1919. Hayashi was walking along the Sumida riverbank one evening

Seventh Incarnation of Vishnu as Rama-Chandra: Rama and Sita Reunited (paint on paper)
BAL4537 Seventh Incarnation of Vishnu as Rama-Chandra: Rama and Sita Reunited (paint on paper) by Indian School; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Lakshman)

Dalai Lama of Tibet (1935 -), spiritual leader of the Buddhist religion

Fate Magazine cover, Bridey Murphy in Ireland
Cover of Fate Magazine, depicting Bridey Murphy (alias Ruth Simmons, alias Virginia Tighe) -- the subject of a reincarnation experience visiting Ireland, home of the supposed Bridey Murphy

Terracottas female figure. Egypt
Terracottas female figure. Sculpted with an elaborate hairstyle, a necklace and incised points around the navel and buttocks as a tattoo

Transmigration of the Aryans, c. 2000 - 1500 BC. Aryan is a term meaning noble which is used as a self-designation by Indo-Iranian people

INDIA: SIKKIM, 1969. The holiest reincarnate with teacher in front of Mount Kangchenjunga, Sikkim. Photograph by Alice Kandell, 1969

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Partial view of a building in the Old Town of Warsaw

Old Town of Warsaw
Partial view of a building in the Old Town of Warsaw

Raising of the widows son of Nain, 1651-56, copy of painting by Veronese (panel)
XAM70716 Raising of the widows son of Nain, 1651-56, copy of painting by Veronese (panel) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 21x29 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Flemish

Old Town of Warsaw
Partial view of a building in the Old Town of Warsaw

Near-death experience, heartbeat trace C013 / 9462
Near-death experience. Heartbeat trace recorded from left to right over time, showing a normal heartbeat (left) ceasing (flat line)

Asia; Nepal; Kathmandu. Eyes of Buddha on stupa

Karni Mata Temple. Deshnoke Rajasthan, INDIA (THE RAT TEMPLE)

Advert / Abdulla Cigs 1931
Abdulla cigarettes - the romance of reincarnation!

Concepts / Reincarnation
Making reparation in this life for sins committed during a previous existence

Giant standing statue of the Buddha, his right hand raised in blessing, the left hand lifting the robe symbolising reincarnation, Aukana, Sri Lanka, Asia

Giant statue dating from the 5th century, of the standing Buddha giving a blessing with his right hand, and lifting the robe to signify reincarnation with his left hand, Aukana, Sri Lanka, Asia

Monkeys Reincarnated
Two Japanese monkeys, anxious to know the life of Buddha, help a scholar to copy the Buddhist bible, and the senior, later reincarnated as a man, completes the task

Indian Reincarnation
An Indian belief asserts that if a live black cat is thrown into a fire, a reincarnated soul is liberated (How did they find out ?)

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Reincarnation: A Journey through Time and Cultures" Embark on a captivating exploration of reincarnation, an ancient concept that transcends borders and cultures. In Asia, India's rich tapestry reveals the Dharmachakra, symbolizing the Wheel of Transmigratory Existence - a profound representation of life's cyclical nature. Like a majestic Phoenix rising from its ashes, the idea of rebirth has fascinated humanity for centuries. From Chinese Pig-Bronze artifacts to intricate engravings depicting Temiya Jakata in 1910, reincarnation weaves its way into Asian folklore and spirituality. But what lies beyond these allegorical representations? The answer may lie in extraordinary stories like that of the Dalai Lama reborn in 1934. His remarkable journey embodies the essence as he carries forward his spiritual lineage with wisdom and compassion. Closer to home, meet Gillian and Jennifer Pollock - two young girls from Whitley Bay whose lives took an astonishing turn. Their father believes they are living proof as they recall vivid details about their past lives as the Pollock twins. As we delve deeper into this mystical realm, let us ponder upon Temiya Jakata's engraving once more. What secrets does it hold? What lessons can we learn from this timeless tale? Reincarnation invites us to contemplate our existence beyond this mortal coil; it challenges us to question our purpose and seek enlightenment. It reminds us that life is not merely confined to one lifetime but rather an eternal cycle waiting to unfold. So embrace this captivating concept with open hearts and curious minds – for within its depths lie profound truths about who we were before, who we are now, and who we may become again.