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​Buddhism's values and goals permeate almost everything Tibetan...

Buddhism's values and goals permeate almost everything Tibetan.  The grandeur of the temples, the worship of images and fierce protective deities that stand in doorways all seem to belie the basic tenets of an ascetic faith that is basically about renouncing the self and following the path of moderation.  The religious beliefs of the average Tibetan are a fascinating melange of Buddhism, Bon and folk religion.*
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  *This caption is from Tibet -- a Lonely Planet travel guide.