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The deva realm is the based on bliss and pride.
The deva realm is sometimes also refered to as the gods realm, because its inhabitants are so powerful as to resemble the gods of Greek or Roman mythology. However, while the devas may be referred to as gods, they are not seen as omniscient or omnipotent creators, so they are notably distinct from the monotheistic concept of God.
When making a graphical representation of Wheel of life (example) God realm is placed on the top, with Human realm to the left, and Titan realm to the right.
Human realm (also manushyas realm) is based on passion , desire, and doubt.
Buddhists see this realm as one in which homo sapiens lives. It is seen as one of the more conducive realms to achieving enlightenment because of the possibilities that it offers.When making a graphical representation of Wheel of life (example) Human realm is placed at 10 o'clock, with God realm to the right, and Animal realm below.
Asura realm is based on jealousy, struggle, combat, and rationality. The asuras are said to experience a much more pleasurable life than humans, but they are plagued by envy for the devas, who they can see, just as humans routinely perceive animals.
The asura realm is also sometimes referred to as the Ashura realm, Titan realm, Jealous God realm, Demigod realm, or Anti-God realm. Asura is also sometimes translated as " demon" or "fighting demon", which can cause confusion because beings of the hell realm are also sometimes referred to as demons.
When making a graphical representation of Wheel of life (example) Asura realm is placed at 2 o'clock, with God realm to the left, and Hungry ghost realm below.
Hungry ghost realm (also Pretas realm) is based on possessiveness and desire.
The reason why sentient beings in this realm are known as hungry ghosts is because they cannot enjoy food or drink. In TibetThis article is on Historic Tibet. Tibet" can also refer to the Tibet Autonomous Region. Tibet ( Tibetan : , (Bod) pronounced Po, Chinese: , pinyin: Xizang) is a region of Central Asia and the home of the Tibetan people. With an average elevation of 4,900an versions of Wheel of LifeIn Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism the Wheel of Life is a symbolic representation of samsara, the continuous cycle of birth, life, death. One is liberated from this endless cycle of rebirth when Enlightenment is achieved, and with this goal, the Awakened i they are drawn with narrow necks to represent that condition.
When making a graphical representation of Wheel of life (example) hungry ghost realm is placed at 4 o'clock, with Asura realm above, and Hell realm to the left.
