Handcrafted Copper Tibetan Kartika Knife | Buddhist Ritual Blade for Spiritual and Decorative Use

Handcrafted Copper Tibetan Kartika Knife

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Size: 42 cm(Height) x 27 cm(Width)
Weight: 3.54 kg
Material: Copper Body, Fully Gold Plated
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About Our Knife:

The Handcrafted Copper Tibetan Kartika Knife is a remarkable Buddhist ritual art, embodying deep spiritual symbolism and exquisite craftsmanship. This Kartika, measuring 42 cm in height and 27 cm in width, is crafted from high-quality copper and fully gold-plated, enhancing its majestic appearance. The crescent-shaped blade is beautifully sculpted with a Makara (mythical sea creature) motif, a common element in Tibetan Buddhist art symbolizing protection and transformation. The handle is adorned with a wrathful deity's head, fierce expressions, and an elaborately designed flaming crown, signifying the destruction of ignorance and illusion. This Kartika is set upon a grand pedestal base, which features intricate engravings of auspicious symbols and floral patterns, giving the piece a powerful and sacred presence. The entire sculpture radiates an aura of spiritual authority, making it an exceptional decorative artifact for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, and collectors of sacred Tibetan art.

Key Features and Symbolism:

• Material & Finish: Made from copper with full gold plating, giving it a radiant and luxurious appearance.
• Blade Design: The crescent-shaped blade represents the cutting away of worldly attachments, illusion, and ignorance, a fundamental teaching in Vajrayana Buddhism.
• Makara Motif: The Makara, a mythical sea creature, symbolizes protection and strength, often seen in Tibetan and Hindu iconography.
• Wrathful Deity Head: The handle features a wrathful deity with an intricate crown of flames, symbolizing wisdom, transformation, and the power to destroy hostile forces.
• Pedestal Base: The ornate base is decorated with auspicious Tibetan symbols and detailed floral engravings, enhancing its spiritual significance.
• Usage & Placement: Primarily used for decorative purposes, this piece is ideal for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, spiritual collections, and as an exquisite decorative centerpiece.
• Dimensions & Weight: Height – 42 cm, Width – 27 cm, Weight – 3.54 kg, making it a substantial and striking display piece.

This Tibetan Kartika Knife is a testament to Tibetan artisans' rich spiritual heritage and artistic mastery, offering an elegant yet powerful presence to any space. Whether placed in a sacred altar or a private collection, it symbolizes wisdom, protection, and spiritual transformation.

Introduction To The Kartika Knife :

While the Kartika is used in many Buddhist rituals, generally in connection with the kapala (skullcap), it is especially essential in the Tibetan practice of Chöd, a ritual involving self-sacrifice in which the practitioner visualizes their own body as an offering at a tantric feast. The Kartika is also famous for its use in the Tibetan sky burial ritual, in which dead bodies are cut into small pieces and left on top of special gats or burial platforms for the vultures to consume. Unexpectedly, the Kartika is also used in Feng Shui practice.

How to set up your own Buddhist Shrine?

You can find a clean, quiet, and uncluttered spot.
Set up an altar table and cover it with an altar cloth that calls to you
Place your sacred item at the center