Matches in DBpedia 2014 for { ?s ?p A khatak (Mongolian: [xɑtk]) is a traditional ceremonial scarf. Originating from Tibetan culture, it was later adopted by the countries (Mongolia, Bhutan, Nepal, some part of Russia and India etc.) where Tibetan Buddhism was spread and they too adopted a similar kind of culture.Khataks have many usages, such as for birth, wedding, funeral, and other ceremonies, symbolizing purity and compassion. It is usually made of silk. Tibetan khatak are usually white symbolising the pure heart of the giver, though it is quite common to find yellow gold khatak as well. Tibetan and Bhutanese khataks feature symbols of eight lucky auspicious signs meaning to bring good luck and fortune. There are also special, multi-colored khataks. Mongolian khataks are usually blue, symbolizing the sky.Khataks can be presented along with incense and other religious or ceremonial items at weddings, funerals, births, graduations, arrivals and departure of guests. The Tibetans commonly give a kind acknowledgment of "Tashi Delek" (meaning good luck) at the time of presentation.In Mongolia, Khataks are also often tied to ovoos, stupas, or special trees and rocks.. }
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- Khata abstract "A khatak (Mongolian: [xɑtk]) is a traditional ceremonial scarf. Originating from Tibetan culture, it was later adopted by the countries (Mongolia, Bhutan, Nepal, some part of Russia and India etc.) where Tibetan Buddhism was spread and they too adopted a similar kind of culture.Khataks have many usages, such as for birth, wedding, funeral, and other ceremonies, symbolizing purity and compassion. It is usually made of silk. Tibetan khatak are usually white symbolising the pure heart of the giver, though it is quite common to find yellow gold khatak as well. Tibetan and Bhutanese khataks feature symbols of eight lucky auspicious signs meaning to bring good luck and fortune. There are also special, multi-colored khataks. Mongolian khataks are usually blue, symbolizing the sky.Khataks can be presented along with incense and other religious or ceremonial items at weddings, funerals, births, graduations, arrivals and departure of guests. The Tibetans commonly give a kind acknowledgment of "Tashi Delek" (meaning good luck) at the time of presentation.In Mongolia, Khataks are also often tied to ovoos, stupas, or special trees and rocks.".