Slow Down Through Sound With Our Tibetan Prayer Wheel
WHAT IS A TIBETAN PRAYER WHEEL USED FOR?
The Tibetan prayer wheel is a cylindrical copper drum, mounted on a wooden handle, that is turned by hand. This tradition is found in Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, Mongolia, as well as in Buddhist regions of India such as Ladakh or Sikkim.
The drum is engraved with the mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum", and its base is decorated with a lotus, a symbol of purity in Buddhism.
BENEFITS OF SPINNING A PRAYER WHEEL
Mentally reciting this mantra in rhythm with the rotation of the wheel helps to focus attention on a repeated gesture and phrase, which slows the flow of thoughts and brings about a state of calm, like a guided breath.
HOW TO USE A PRAYER WHEEL?
The prayer wheel is held by the handle and turned clockwise, with a steady movement of the wrist. This repetitive gesture accompanies an active meditation practice, used to recentre and calm the mind.
WHAT SOUND DOES THE PRAYER WHEEL MAKE?
A small brass weight suspended on a cord, attached to the side of the drum, is lifted by centrifugal force as a result of the rotation and lightly strikes the edge of the drum with each turn. This produces a brief, clear metallic click, comparable to the chime of a small bell. The rhythm follows the speed of rotation, almost like a metronome.
THE ROLE OF THE SCROLL INSIDE THE PRAYER WHEEL
Inside the drum, a long strip of fine paper is wound several times around a central axis. The mantra is printed on it many times over. Turning the wheel just once is symbolically equivalent to reciting the mantra as many times as it is printed on the scroll.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:
- Length: 17cm
- Drum height: 7cm
- Drum width: 3cm
- Handle diameter: 2.3cm
Material:
- Copper drum
- Brass fittings
- Wooden handle
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