Lotus Seed Mala - 8mm, Brown StringThis 8mm Lotus Seed Mala (or prayer beads) was handmade in Nepal, from Taiwanese Lotus Seeds, and has an adjustable knot. Lotus seeds come from the beautiful Lotus flower, which grows in water with it's roots in the mud. It therefore symbolises purity arising out of impurity and the transformation of the destructive emotions into wisdom. Please note: the bead size is measured by the width not height, height is slightly less. Total length of Mala is

This mandala was painted on canvas by a local artisan in Kathmandu

This 17cm Light Copper Bhumpa was made in India

as we do not consider them to be ordinary objects to be bought and sold

Handmade in Boudha

and Cardamom

felt striker and brocade cushion are included (colour may vary)

Gooseberries

as well as the eight auspicious symbols of Tibetan Buddhism around the inside and outside

and it has the mantra of compassion on the base

The prayer woven into the scarf says:

This 20cm Silver Plated Copper Bhumpa was handcrafted in Nepal and has a 'shiny' finish

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