Dharma Chakra Carved Singing Bowl
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Handmade by master artisans, this Tibetan singing bowl was carefully selected in Kathmandu from an absolutely stunning collection of carved bowls. Each bowl requires an incredible amount of time and skill to create, therefore this style is limited. Every piece is hand hammered and polished before being etched with extraordinary detail.
The dharma wheel is described as a chariot’s wheel that consists of the hub, the rim, and the spokes. These three elements of the dharma wheel is depicted in various ways. The hub may be an empty circle or another wheel, as well as a yin-yang symbol, or perhaps three shapes swirling together. There are many variations of the dharmachakra, but they are usually depicted as having 8 spokes and are gold in color.
The different number of spokes may denote different aspects of the Buddha’s teaching (dharma). For example, the 8-spoked dharmachakra represents the Noble Eight-fold Path, and the hub, rim, and spokes symbolize the three trainings (sila, prajña and samadhi). Dharma wheels with rare four spokes represent the Four Noble Truths.
The dharmachakra symbol is often paired with the trishula (trident), triratna (the triple jewel), or chatra (parasol). The wheel of dharma is also sometimes depicted alongside animals such as deer. A number of monasteries feature the dharma wheel with two deer gazing at the wheel. The Buddha himself is also often depicted as sitting on a dais, flanked by a couple of deer in a kneeling position.
In Buddhism, the turning motion of a wheel is also used to represent the cyclical nature of life. This is known as the “bhavacakra” (wheel of life) or “samsara chakra.” Buddhists believe that through the practice of the Buddhist path, this wheel of suffering can be reversed or “turned.”
The base of the bowl displays a geometrical design based on the principles of sacred geometry. These designs are often used for meditation to connect on a deeper spiritual level.
Multiple sizes available.
Package Includes:
- 1 x Singing Bowl
- 1 x Ring Cushion
- 1 x Wooden Stick
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