Silver-plated copper Kapala Set for Rituals
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Size: 29.5cm (Height) x 20cm (Width)
Total Weight: 3.704 kg
Materials: Copper, Silver Plated, Artificial Stone: Turquoise, Panna, ruby
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About Our Ritual Item :
The Kapala set for rituals stands 29.5 cm tall and 20 cm wide. The copper body, plated with silver, is embellished with lovely filigree art that encircles the base and rises along the structure, adding a delicate layer of elegance. At the top of each kapala is a half vajra representing power, with a skull in the center representing impermanence, a key Buddhist concept. These elements highlight the kapala's ritualistic significance, as it is used in sacred ceremonies to represent both the divine and the transient nature of life.
The artificial stones—turquoise, ruby, and panna—are thoughtfully placed throughout the design, heightening the spiritual energy of the set. The turquoise stones are arranged in vibrant patterns, and the ruby and panna stones highlight the golden details, resulting in a visually appealing effect. These stones enhance the visual appeal of the kapala set and deepen its spiritual significance. The use of these precious stones reflects Tibetan beliefs in gemstones' healing and protective powers.
The skulls on the set remind us of the fleeting nature of life and death, reinforcing the kapala's spiritual significance in Buddhist practices. The carvings and strategically placed gemstones add aesthetic and spiritual value to the piece. The combination of materials—copper, silver plating, artificial stones—and the profound symbolism of the vajra, skull, and floral motifs result in a visually powerful and spiritually meaningful object, ideal for sacred rituals and reverence offerings.
Introduction To The Kapala Set :
The skull cup, known as Kapala in Sanskrit, is fashioned from the oval upper section of a human cranium. It serves as a libation vessel for many Vajrayana deities, primarily wrathful. As a ritual implement, selecting the right skull is immensely important for success. In Tibetan Buddhism, the Kapala or Skull Bowl is used ritually in several ways. For example, the Lama may use it as an offering bowl on the altar, filled with wine or blood as a gift to the Yidam Deity or all the Deities in the Mandala. Through the force of the practice of tantric visualizations based on deep philosophical study and meditation, a sort of transubstantiation will occur, and the wine or blood will be transformed into the Wisdom Nectar, a liquid form of the Enlightened Mind of the Deity or all of the Deities in the Celestial Palace of the Mandala.
How to set up your own Buddhist Shrine?
• Find a clean, quiet, and uncluttered spot
• Set up an altar table, cover it with an altar cloth that calls to you
• Place your sacred item at the center
