Expert: Fahfuen2007 - 7/8/2008

Question
QUESTION: Hi, I love the meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum and would love to get it as a tattoo, can you please let me know if it changes the meaning if it is spelled out downwards? Look forward to your reply. Thanks Rita

ANSWER: Hi,
 If it is in Thai Buddhism, spelling backward also mean reverse the bad luck to good luck. In conclusion, it is even better than the regular spelling.

Cheers,

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QUESTION: Hi, Thanks for that. Is the Thai Buddhism the one with an extra line at the end? If it is spelled downwards instead of across does it mean the same? Thanks

Answer
Hi,
 1. Is the Thai Buddhism the one with an extra line at the end?
No, it is not since Thai Buddhism uses different languages in making this mantra, e.g. Old Cambodian language.
 2. If it is spelled downwards instead of across does it mean the same?
Yes, it is still having the same meaning since the way you read is from top down or right to left.

Cheers,