Three Layer Om Mani Padme Hum Hand-held Prayer Wheel (Mani)

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	RV33
	Brass, Copper and Wood
	Height: 8.2 inch
	Width: 2 inch
	Depth: 2 inch
	Weight 90 gm

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The Sacred Sound of Compassion

The prayer wheel, or Mani wheel, is a deeply revered object within the Buddhist tradition, a tangible embodiment of spiritual practice. More than just a beautiful artifact, it is a powerful tool for accumulating merit and spreading compassion throughout the world. Imagine holding this beautifully crafted prayer wheel, its weight solid and comforting in your hand. With each gentle spin, visualize blessings flowing outwards, touching all beings and liberating them from suffering. Crafted from a harmonious blend of brass, copper and richly toned wood, this hand-held prayer wheel offers a physical connection to centuries of Buddhist practice. The intricate details speak to the devotion of the artisans who created it. The copper and brass layers spin smoothly around a wooden handle offering a tactile experience that is both grounding and uplifting. It is a reminder of the interconnectedness of all things.

Om Mani Padme Hum: The Jewel in the Lotus

The core of this practice resides in the mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum," which is visibly etched around the cylindrical surface. This mantra, considered the essence of all Buddhist teachings, is associated with Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Avalokiteshvara vowed to postpone his own enlightenment until all beings were freed from suffering. The mantra itself is rich with symbolism. "Om" is a sacred syllable, representing the sound of the universe and the purity of body, speech, and mind. "Mani Padme" translates as "jewel in the lotus," symbolizing the blossoming of wisdom and compassion from within. "Hum" represents the indivisibility of method and wisdom, and the realization of enlightenment. Each spin of the prayer wheel is said to be equivalent to reciting the mantra aloud, multiplying its power and sending waves of positive energy outwards.

A Tradition of Practice and Devotion

The origins of prayer wheels can be traced back to the ancient Buddhist cultures of Tibet and India. Legend tells of how masters and sages empowered objects imbued with the potency of mantras. In this telling turning the wheel is a way to invoke the power of the mantra, even for those who cannot recite it themselves. This allows for a more accessible path to spiritual growth and the accumulation of positive karma. It is believed that winds that pass over the wheel carry the blessings of the mantra far and wide. Holding this prayer wheel invites you to connect with this rich heritage and incorporate its blessings into your daily life. At approximately 8.2 inches tall and 2.0 inches in diameter, it is a perfect size to keep by your meditation space or to carry with you. Place it on an altar with other Buddhist statues or simply use it during your quiet time. Use it to remind yourself that you have the power to spread compassion and positivity.

How are Nepalese copper statues made?

Nepalese statues and sculptures are best known for their unique small religious figures and ritual paraphernalia for over two thousand years. These are mainly cast in copper alloy. Nepal draws influences from the artistic styles of Buddhism and Hinduism, and therefore the sculptors of the country specialize in making the icons of both these religions. Over the years, Nepalese sculptures evolved into their own distinctive iconography. Some characteristic features of these sculptures that differ from other pieces are exaggerated physical postures, youthful and sensual features, languid eyes, wider faces having serene expressions, and ornate flourishes. The Buddhist deity icons of Nepal have tremendous demand in countries such as China and Tibet for ritual purposes in their temples and monasteries.

Nepalese statues and sculptures have a high copper content and therefore develop a slightly reddish patina on the surface as they age. However, the most unique feature of Nepalese copper statues is their decorative detailing. The pieces are heavily gilded and sometimes inlaid with semi-precious stones. This embellishment protects them from getting tarnished. The traditional lost-wax method for casting Nepalese copper statues remains the most practiced technique in Nepal for many centuries. This process involves many steps and requires skilled artists.

The first step in lost-wax sculpting is to make a wax replica of the desired Buddhist deity to be cast in copper. This replica is created by hand and therefore needs excellent artistic skills otherwise fine features will be lacking.

Once the wax replica is made, it is then coated with a special mixture of clay with a brush. This layer of clay is hardened when left to dry. A small hole is made on the base of the wax mould so that the wax flows away when it is heated.

At this stage, a hollow mould in the shape of the deity is obtained.

This is the time to pour liquid copper into the hollow mould which is then allowed to cool and harden inside a container of cold water. When the liquid metal has hardened, the mould is removed and the statue within is revealed.

The artist works on the details of the statue using various tools. It is then polished to get a shiny and lustrous surface.

Now comes the most important part of Nepalese art which is gold gilding. This is done by the traditional fire gilding method. A mixture of mercury and 18K gold is applied on the surface of the statue and heat is applied using a flame torch. The result is that mercury evaporates along with impurities, leaving a pure 24K gold finish.

The lost-wax method of sculpting is the most preferred technique

for artists to cast a metallic statue having intricate details. Since Nepalese copper sculptures require extraneous effort for giving a majestic look by adding special embellishments, it takes several weeks to complete one masterpiece. A 24K gold gilded copper sculpture retains its brilliant luster for many years and appears as like before. Nepalese sculptures continue to remain one of the finest specimens of the art of the East that have a strong aesthetic appeal that other sculptures cannot match.