Iron Kartika Knife With Stand | Sacred Buddhist Ceremonial Artifact
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Product Description
Product Description
Iron Kartika Knife With Stand
About The Ritual Item :
The Iron Kartika Knife with Stand is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship, meticulously forged from iron and embellished with intricate silver, brass, and copper stitching on both the knife and the accompanying stand. This decorative piece is inspired by the Kartika, a ritual implemented in Tibetan Buddhism that represents severance from material and worldly bonds and embodies profound spiritual meaning and artistic value.
Each metal (silver, brass, and copper) provides its properties and symbolism to the ensemble, resulting in a visually stunning and energetically powerful artifact. The purity of silver, the resilience of brass, and the conductivity of copper all contribute to the Kartika's symbolic meaning of cutting through ignorance, as well as its aesthetic appeal and spiritual resonance. The careful integration of these metals onto the iron body demonstrates a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, making it a standout piece for collectors and practitioners.
The Iron Kartika Knife with Stand is perfect for displaying in a meditation space, as part of a personal collection of spiritual artifacts, or as a standout piece in a home or office. It not only serves as a decorative item but also as a reminder of the path to enlightenment and liberation. Its presence in any setting is certain to elicit admiration and contemplation, making it an important addition for those who value the intersection of artistry, spirituality, and traditional craftsmanship.
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 the bodies of the dead 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.
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Size: 41cm(Height) x 22cm(Width)
Weight: 2.98kg
Material : Iron, Copper, Brass, Silver
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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
Additional Services
Additional Services
Consecration
At the EvamRatna, the consecration procedure entails a precisely planned set of rituals and ceremonies. As requested for consecration/ blessing, we take the items to respective Monasteries.
Please Note: Once consecrated, the item becomes a sacred object and cannot be returned or refunded.
Shipping | Refund | Return Policies
Shipping | Refund | Return Policies
- We offer FAST & SECURED Shipment
- 4-10 Working days for delivery
- Expedited DHL Courier
- All items are insured
Return and Refund:
For any reason you need to return your item, we're here to help.
- If you're not fully satisfied, you may request a return within 14 days of delivery. To be eligible for a return, the item must be in its original condition. Once we receive the item back, we will process your refund.
- In Case of Customs Return, where the package is returned to us from customs due to incomplete documentation, unresponsiveness, or refusal to accept the parcel by the receiver, we will deduct certain percentage of the order value to cover the international shipping and handling costs.
Please Note: Once consecrated, the Thangka Print becomes a sacred object and cannot be returned or refunded.
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