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Tibet Ethnic Rag Dung 5.5' AMD018 $500.00
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Bell and Dorje, small, 5.5 inches This Tibetan meditation handbell (ghanta)and dorje (vajra) set is the smallest of the three sizes commonly available. Its sound tends to be slightly higher pitched than that of the medium or large hand bell.

The hand bell can either be rung or played around the rim with a playing stick. About 5.5” high bell. Country of origing India BEL005 $36.00

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Medium Bell and Dorje 6.5 inches The bell and dorje are the principal ritual objects of Tantric Buddhism. Traditionally, they are used together, the bell in the left hand, the Dorje in the right. Representing the passive and active qualities which reach perfection only when united, they function as do yin and yang in the Chinese tradition. They also represent the union of wisdom and compassion, which is enlightenment. These bells produce an incredible sound when rubbed with a playing stick or when rung. About 6.5"

Sound Sample BEL006 $50.00

Large Bell and Dorje, 9 inches The bell and dorje are the principal ritual objects of Tantric Buddhism. Traditionally, they are used together, the bell in the left hand, the dorje in the right. Representing the passive and active qualities which reach perfection only when united, they function as do yin and yang in the Chinese tradition. Large. Approximately 9" tall.

Sound Sample BEL007 $90.00

Dorje & Bell, Large The Bell and Dorje come as a set and is cast in 2 parts. The top part being bronze with the face of the goddess which is the owner of the bell and the bell part made from bell metal. It has a finely worn antiqued appearance The bell represents wisdom and the feminine aspect and the dorje represents the creative, forceful, male energy. During ceremonies, the bell is held in the left hand with the dorje in the palm of your right hand. The Dorje represents the method that grows compassion. The Bell represents Buddha's mind which is wisdom. Each time they are used it is to remind you to practice great compassion wisdom.

Bell measure 6-1/4" T x 3-1/2" in diameter. Dorje measures 4-1/2" L x 1".

DRJBL $42.90

Dorje & Bell, Medium The Bell and Dorje come as a set and is cast in 2 parts. The top part being bronze with the face of the goddess which is the owner of the bell and the bell part made from bell metal. It has a finely worn antiqued appearance The bell represents wisdom and the feminine aspect and the dorje represents the creative, forceful, male energy. During ceremonies, the bell is held in the left hand with the dorje in the palm of your right hand. The Dorje represents the method that grows compassion. The Bell represents Buddha's mind which is wisdom. Each time they are used it is to remind you to practice great compassion wisdom.

Bell measure 6" T x 3-1/4" in diameter. Dorje measures 3-3/4" L x 1".

DRJBM $36.90

Dorje & Bell, Small The Bell and Dorje come as a set and is cast in 2 parts. The top part being bronze with the face of the goddess which is the owner of the bell and the bell part made from bell metal. It has a finely worn antiqued appearance The bell represents wisdom and the feminine aspect and the dorje represents the creative, forceful, male energy. During ceremonies, the bell is held in the left hand with the dorje in the palm of your right hand. The Dorje represents the method that grows compassion. The Bell represents Buddha's mind which is wisdom. Each time they are used it is to remind you to practice great compassion wisdom.

Bell measure 5-1/2" T x 2-3/4" in diameter. Dorje measures 3-1/2" L x 1".

DRJBS $31.90

Dorje & Bell, Extra Large The Bell and Dorje come as a set and is cast in 2 parts. The top part being bronze with the face of the goddess which is the owner of the bell and the bell part made from bell metal. It has a finely worn antiqued appearance The bell represents wisdom and the feminine aspect and the dorje represents the creative, forceful, male energy. During ceremonies, the bell is held in the left hand with the dorje in the palm of your right hand. The Dorje represents the method that grows compassion. The Bell represents Buddha's mind which is wisdom. Each time they are used it is to remind you to practice great compassion wisdom.Bell measure 8-1/2" Tall x 3-1/2" in diameter. Dorje measures 6" L x 1 1/2". DRJBXL $46.90

Damaru, small A small sacred drum of India and Nepal, shaped like an hourglass. Two small beads are attached to a string that winds around the middle of the instrument. Held in the right hand and rolled from side to side. Small Damaru, 2" head.

DRU175 $26.95

Damaru Small Damaru with embroidered case and beautifully ornate tassel, made in Tibet. 2" head. DRU316 $50.00

Rag-Dung, Large Approximately 60" in length. Telescoping 3 sections.
The Bell of the horn is 7 1/4 inches in diameter. Brass telescoping trumpets, called rag-dung, zangs dung or dung-chen are decorated with repoussé brass cuffs dotted with red coral and turquoise stones, there is also repoussé brass garlands on the bell.

Although Confucianism remained the basis for the structure of government in China, it was Buddhism, introduced in the first century B.C.E., which flourished from the Han to the Tang (206 B.C.E.–C.E. 907). Among the instruments associated with Buddhism was the dung-chen, a long trumpet played for preludes, processions, and morning and evening calls to prayer. The trumpets like these were used in ensemble playing, while larger ones (12 to 15 feet) are used in processions. The large trumpets would be carried on the shoulders of other monks, or supported on boxes when they were played in processions. These trumpets were also played on rooftops to alert the villagers and ancestral spirits of upcoming feast days.

RD60 $279.00

Rag-Dung, Extra Large Approximately 72" in length fully extended. Telescoping 3 sections. Smallest height 29 1/2" compacted. The bell of the horn is 8 1/4 inches in diameter. Brass telescoping trumpets, called rag-dung, zangs dung or dung-chen are decorated with repoussÔø brass cuffs dotted with red coral and turquoise stones, there is also repoussÔø brass garlands on the bell. Although Confucianism remained the basis for the structure of government in China, it was Buddhism, introduced in the first century B.C.E., which flourished from the Han to the Tang (206 B.C.E.-C.E. 907). Among the instruments associated with Buddhism was the dung-chen, a long trumpet played for preludes, processions, and morning and evening calls to prayer. The trumpets like these were used in ensemble playing, while larger ones (12 to 15 feet) are used in processions. The large trumpets would be carried on the shoulders of other monks, or supported on boxes when they were played in processions. These trumpets were also played on rooftops to alert the villagers and ancestral spirits of upcoming feast days. RD70 $288.15

Singing Bowl Cushion Singing Bowl Cushion. A perfect ring shaped cushion on which to rest your singing bowl. Color and cloth style may vary. SGBC $5.90

Singing Bowl, Decorated, 3 3/4 inch Singing Bowl, Decorated, with 3 3/4 inch opening. Highly decorated spun bronze. Design may vary. Includes wooden beater and cushion. They sometimes feature religious iconography; motifs and symbols, such as the Tibetan mantra Om mani padme hum, images of Buddhas, or the Ashtamangala (Eight Auspicious Signs). The bowls are made of Panchaloha: literally translated from Sanskrit as Five Metals. The metal alloys contain copper, tin, zinc, iron and other metals

Singing bowls are played by the friction of rubbing a wooden mallet around the rim of the bowl to produce overtones and a continuous 'singing' sound. They are commonly used for meditation, relaxation, healthcare, personal well-being and religious practice.

SGBD375 $59.90

Singing Bowl, Plain, 4 1/2 inch Singing Bowl, Bronze, 4 1/2 inch. These are hand made and the sizes may vary slightly. Spun bronze, includes wooden beater and cushion. The bowls are made of Panchaloha: literally translated from Sanskrit as Five Metals. The metal alloys contain copper, tin, zinc, iron and other metals

SGBP450 $69.90

Singing Bowl, Plain, 5 inch Singing Bowl, Bronze, 5 inch. These are hand made and the sizes may vary slightly. Spun bronze, includes wooden beater and cushion. The bowls are made of Panchaloha: literally translated from Sanskrit as Five Metals. The metal alloys contain copper, tin, zinc, iron and other metals

SGBP500 $89.90

Singing Bowl, Plain, 5 1/2 inch Singing Bowl, Bronze, 5 1/2 inch. These are hand made and the sizes may vary slightly.Spun bronze, includes wooden beater and cushion. The bowls are made of Panchaloha: literally translated from Sanskrit as Five Metals. The metal alloys contain copper, tin, zinc, iron and other metals

SGBP550 $99.90

Singing Bowl, Plain, 6 1/2 inch Singing Bowl, Bronze, 6 1/2 inch. These are hand made and the sizes may vary slightly.Spun bronze, includes wooden beater. The bowls are made of Panchaloha: literally translated from Sanskrit as Five Metals. The metal alloys contain copper, tin, zinc, iron and other metals

SGBP650 $139.90

Singing Bowl, Plain, 7 1/2 inch Singing Bowl, Bronze, 7 1/2 inch. These are hand made and the sizes may vary slightly. Spun bronze, includes wooden beater. The bowls are made of Panchaloha: literally translated from Sanskrit as Five Metals. The metal alloys contain copper, tin, zinc, iron and other metals

SGBP750 $159.90

Singing Bowl Beater Solid wood beater for singing bowl. SGBT $7.90

Carved Conch Designs vary but similar. TIB012 $150.00

Tingsha, Engraved Dragons Traditionally, these miniature cymbals are struck to call "hungry ghosts" to accept offerings. By relieving their hunger and making an offering, their suffering is diminished and only when all suffering is eliminated can enlightenment be achieved. Tingsha have exceptional resonance and sound, excellent for musical accents, healing or spiritual practice, 2-7/8". TIN001 $38.00

Tingsha, Embossed Dragons Traditionally, these miniature cymbals are struck to call "hungry ghosts" to accept offerings. By relieving their hunger and making an offering, their suffering is diminished and only when all suffering is eliminated can enlightenment be achieved. Tingsha have exceptional resonance and sound, excellent for musical accents, healing or spiritual practice, 2.8".

These Tibetan Buddhist tingsha (dingsha, tingshaw),for use in meditation, yoga, feng shui or on other ceremonial or ritual occasions, are decorated with two dragons.

Dragons in Tibetan art are often indistinguishable from nagas, or serpents, which appear in both Hindu mythology and northern Buddhism. Naga/dragons are of four main kinds:

Celestial, guarding the mansions of the gods
Aerial, causing winds and rain to benefit human beings
Earthly, marking the courses of rivers and streams
Guardians of hidden treasures

Tibetan dragons often hold a jewel in each of their clawed feet, performing the traditional function as guardians of wealth, spiritual as well as physical. TIN002 $40.00

Tingsha, Embossed Om Mani Padme Hum Traditionally, these miniature cymbals are struck to call "hungry ghosts" to accept offerings. By relieving their hunger and making an offering, their suffering is diminished and only when all suffering is eliminated can enlightenment be achieved. Tingsha have exceptional resonance and sound, excellent for musical accents, healing or spiritual practice, 2-.8".

These tingsha meditation bells are embossed with the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum, the most popular mantra in Tibetan Buddhism. It loosely translates "Hail to the Jewel in the Lotus Blossom" and is the mantra of Avalokitesvara (Chenrezi), the Tibetan deity of compassion, who is available to all who seek him.

Tingsha (dingsha, tingshaw) are used in home altars or in the garden, for meditation, yoga, healing ritual, music, and fengshui or space clearing. Their beautifully matched harmonic tones help entrain the brain into a meditative, peaceful state. Tingsha are often rung to call attention to the present moment, fixing it in the mind and body with the sound. Bells are often rung to clear space of negative influences. Therapists use tingsha, singing bowls and other bells to bring relief to the sick in hospitals and clinics.

Our tingsha are hand-cast in the traditional manner by Tibetans who have specialized in making beautiful bells for decades. TIN003 $40.00

Tingsha, Plain, Higher Quality Traditionally, these miniature cymbals are struck to call “hungry ghosts” to accept offerings. By relieving their hunger and making an offering, their suffering is diminished and only when all suffering is eliminated can enlightenment be achieved. Tingsha have exceptional resonance and sound, excellent for musical accents, healing or spiritual practice, 3-1/8”. TIN004 $58.00

Tingsha Raised Buddhists Symbols, 2.8 Inches Traditionally, these miniature cymbals are struck to call "hungry ghosts" to accept offerings. By relieving their hunger and making an offering, their suffering is diminished and only when all suffering is eliminated can enlightenment be achieved. Tingsha have exceptional resonance and sound, excellent for musical accents, healing or spiritual practice, 2.8"

These Tibetan meditation tingsha bells are embossed with the eight auspicious Buddhist symbols:

The parasol protecting against evil
The banner of victory of Buddha's teachings
The conch shell of good luck
The endless knot of eternal love
The water vessel of abundance
The two fish of salvation and fecundity
The lotus of purity and beauty
The Buddhist Wheel of the Law

These meditation bells are hand cast and polished by master Tibetan craftsmen living in Northern India, in accordance with fair trade principles. TIN006 $40.00

Timsha Bell, 2.25 inch, Dragon The Dragon on the Timsha Bells- which is considered to be a protector or guardian. The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.25" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. When playing you grasp each cymbal by the cord, at the point where it enters the timsha and hold firmly and strike the edges together at an angle. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB225-A $19.90

Timsha Bell, 2.25 inch, Symbols The embossed 8 Auspicious Buddhist Symbols on the Timsha Bells-These timsha's are embossed with the eight auspicious Buddhist symbols: the parasol protecting against evil, the banner of victory of Buddha's teachings, the conch shell of good luck, the endless knot of eternal love, the water vessel of abundance, the two fish of salvation and fecundity, the lotus of purity and beauty, and the Buddhist Wheel of the Law. The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.25" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. When playing you grasp each cymbal by the cord, at the point where it enters the timsha and hold firmly and strike the edges together at an angle. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB225-B $19.90

Timsha Bell, 2.25 inch, Mantra These timshas are embossed with the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum in Tibetan. This is the mantra of the deity of compassion, Avalokitesvara, and loosely translates "Hail to the Jewel in the Lotus Blossom." The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.25" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. When playing you grasp each cymbal by the cord, at the point where it enters the timsha and hold firmly and strike the edges together at an angle. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB225-C $19.90

Timsha Bell, 2.50 inch, Dragon The Dragon on the Timsha Bells-considered to be a protector or guardian. The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.50" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB250-A $25.90

Timsha Bell, 2.50 inch, Symbols The embossed 8 Auspicious Buddhist Symbols on the Timsha Bells-These timsha's are embossed with the eight auspicious Buddhist symbols: the parasol protecting against evil, the banner of victory of Buddha's teachings, the conch shell of good luck, the endless knot of eternal love, the water vessel of abundance, the two fish of salvation and fecundity, the lotus of purity and beauty, and the Buddhist Wheel of the Law. The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.50" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. When playing you grasp each cymbal by the cord, at the point where it enters the timsha and hold firmly and strike the edges together at an angle. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB250-B $25.90

Timsha Bell, 2.50 inch, Mantra These timshas are embossed with the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum in Tibetan. This is the mantra of the deity of compassion, Avalokitesvara, and loosely translates "Hail to the Jewel in the Lotus Blossom." The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.50" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. When playing you grasp each cymbal by the cord, at the point where it enters the timsha and hold firmly and strike the edges together at an angle. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB250-C $25.90

Timsha Bell, 2.75 inch, Dragon The Dragon on the Timsha Bells-considered to be a protector or guardian. The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.75" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB275-A $29.90

Timsha Bell, 2.75 Inch , Symbols The embossed 8 Auspicious Buddhist Symbols on the Timsha Bells-These timsha's are embossed with the eight auspicious Buddhist symbols: the parasol protecting against evil, the banner of victory of Buddha's teachings, the conch shell of good luck, the endless knot of eternal love, the water vessel of abundance, the two fish of salvation and fecundity, the lotus of purity and beauty, and the Buddhist Wheel of the Law. The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.75" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. When playing you grasp each cymbal by the cord, at the point where it enters the timsha and hold firmly and strike the edges together at an angle. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB275-B $29.90

Timsha Bell, 2.75 inch, Mantra These timshas are embossed with the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum in Tibetan. This is the mantra of the deity of compassion, Avalokitesvara, and loosely translates "Hail to the Jewel in the Lotus Blossom." The timsha Bells are a ritual artifact by Budhist Monks, as well as inthe Shamanist traditions. The Timsha's are made of a complex alloy of bronze (copper and tin) and also iron and zinc. Measures 2.75" in diameter. When these unique hand cymbals strike each other they producea clear, pure, cleansing sound which can be used to focus the mind before and after meditation. When played as an instrument they can be used as a chime or a bell. When playing you grasp each cymbal by the cord, at the point where it enters the timsha and hold firmly and strike the edges together at an angle. They canalso be used to clear the space of any negative energies. TSB275-C $29.90

Nepali Whistle, Teak wood, 10-3/4 inches L. This small wooden whistle from Nepal is handcrafted of indigenous hardwood, with a rich, dark finish. It offers metal bandings, a recorder type fipple mouthpiece, and seven fingerholes plus thumb hole. Relative pitched, although it plays up and down the scale and through the two octave range well in tune with itself.

WHS302 $33.95

Copper Shawm The Copper Shawm from Nepal is actually a double reeded instrument, similar to the Jogi Baja, with curved body and a copper bell and brass binding. WIN069 $59.95

Tibetian Prayer Gong, 10 inch (25cm) Tibetian Prayer Gong, 10 inch (25cm), with Beater. This gong has a rich full sound, with great resonance and sustain. The entire face is embossed with Auspicious Buddhist Symbols. There are several designs and you may get a one of a kind. Whatever the design you will love the antiqued finish and the great sound.
10 diameter x 1.4 inch deep (254 x 35.5 mm)
Made in India. WTPG10 $129.90

Tibetan Prayer Gong, 11 inches (28cm) Tibetan Prayer Gong, 11 inch (27.9 cm), with Beater. This gong has a rich full sound, with great resonance and sustain. The entire face is embossed with Auspicious Buddhist Symbols. There are several designs and you may get a one of a kind. Whatever the design you will love the antiqued finish and the great sound.
11 diameter x 1.4 inch deep (279.4 x 35.5 mm)
Made in India. WTPG11 $139.90

Giant Conch Horn Used for hundreds of years by sailors and Island Natives. Natural and a bit rough, large full lip - blow like a trumpet. Wonderful big sound and look. Can only be shipped within the USA. WIN163 $47.00

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