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<p>This paper looks at the mythical and astrological role of the turtle in Tibet. Turtles play an important role in several creation myths, several short examples of which are translated here. They also are found in Tibetan astrology and ritual. The paper ends with a detailed explanation of the symbolism of two Tibetan paintings of "Lungta Strongholds" (rlung rta'i mkhar), which at their centers feature the mythic figure Kongtse Trülgyi Gyelpo (kong rtse 'phrul gyi rgyal po) on the back of a turtle. (Ben Deitle 2006-05-03)</p>