Singing Bowl

Description
Gorgeous Tibetan singing bowl with mantra painted around the sides. Comes with a wooden striker.

Symbolic meaning and uses
The singing bowl is a ritual object used in the Himalayan region (Tibet and Nepal) since ancient times. When "played" with a wooden stick, the metal bowl emits a resounding sound that assists in meditation.

It is also believed that mantras chanted during the making of a singing bowl are released into the universe when the bowl is played.

To play a singing bowl, hold the bowl gently in the palm of your hand, allowing the body of the bowl to vibrate freely. With the wooden stick (puja), rub the outside rim in a circular motion, keeping an even pressure. Gently increase the speed as the bowl begins to vibrate, and as the sound grows. You can also tap the bowl to begin the vibration.