the Great Eastern Sun

'In the legend of Shambhala, there is a family of beings called the Rigdens. who have never strayed from basic goodness, a pure radiance that has never been stained by ignorance, anger, jealousy, or pride. The Rigdens are not some celestial entities; they represent the ultimate ruler within us all. Tibetan paintings of the kingdom of Shambhala show the Rigdens conquering the negativity of the dark age. They are often depicted sitting on thrones of diamonds, indicating unshakable possession of the awareness of basic goodness, our primordial nature, which is also know as the Great Eastern Sun.'

'Sakyong Mipham, from Ruling Your World, 2005.