{"product_id":"yinqing-guiding-chime","title":"Yinqing Guiding Chime","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe yinqing, or Guiding Chime or Hand Gong, refers to a ritual percussion instrument used primarily in Chinese Buddhism.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThis instrument comes in the form of a \u003cstrong\u003esmall metallic cup made of copper\u003c\/strong\u003e, fixed to the end of a thin, curved metal rod, which is itself fitted into a handle. To operate it, you hold the handle in one hand and strike the edge of the cup with a small, thin metal mallet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThis produces a \u003cstrong\u003eclear\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecrystalline sound\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is very \u003cstrong\u003epenetrating\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eprolonged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE GUIDE OF RITES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eAs its name indicates, with\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"28\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eyin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e meaning to \u003cstrong\u003eguide\u003c\/strong\u003e or\u003cstrong\u003e lead\u003c\/strong\u003e, it serves to set the rhythm during liturgical chants and the recitation of sutras. It signals to practitioners when to begin, when to stop, or when to change movements, such as standing up, kneeling, or prostrating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PUNCTUATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eIt marks important transitions during a ritual. Its\u003cstrong\u003e pure sound\u003c\/strong\u003e is considered capable of calming the mind and facilitating concentration during meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAILY USE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eIt is commonly found in \u003cstrong\u003eBuddhist temples\u003c\/strong\u003e, but also in home shrines where practitioners use it to mark the beginning and end of their personal prayers. In summary, it is the instrument that ensures the synchronization and solemnity of \u003cstrong\u003eBuddhist ceremonies\u003c\/strong\u003e, acting as a sacred metronome that helps participants stay in harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eDiameter: 5 cm (bell cup)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eRod length: 26 cm (total length including the handle and rod)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eMaterial: Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING \u0026amp; GUARANTEE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eFree Shipping Australia-Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eDelivery: 8 to 13 Business Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eAll Prices Include GST \u0026amp; Customs - No Hidden Fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tuning Fork And Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54228607336785,"sku":"14:366","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/2902\/9713\/files\/handgong.webp?v=1783271679","url":"https:\/\/www.tuningforkandco.com\/products\/yinqing-guiding-chime","provider":"Tuning Fork And Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}