8 Auspicious Symbols Tingshas mantra Measures approximately 5 1/12 inches

Measures approximately 5 1/12 inches tall

the Dharma (teaching)

on the bustling banks of the Chao Phraya River

with gold painting

Beads are about 13-14mm

8 Auspicious Symbols Tingshas mantra Measures approximately 5 1/12 inchesTingshas are used by Buddhists as sound offerings or as a way to clear space prior to meditation. These tingshas are decorated with the 8 Auspicious Symbols. In Buddhist legend, the 8 symbols represent offerings the gods made to the Buddha after his enlightenment. It is believed that each of these symbols have powers to bring blessings for which people include these in paintings, textiles, homes, and wherever else possible. Handmade in Nepal and hand