{"product_id":"sacred-kartika-ritual-dagger","title":"Sacred Kartika Ritual Dagger | Traditional Vajrayana Artwork","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Kartika Ritual Knife | Buddhist Tantric Knife for Spiritual Ceremonies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e------------------------------------------------\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 21cm(Height) x 14.5cm(Length) x 5cm(Width)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 0.53 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials: Iron, Silver, Brass, Copper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e------------------------------------------------\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Our Product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eThe Handmade Kartika Ritual Knife is a sacred implement used in Vajrayana Buddhism, symbolizing the cutting away of ego, attachment, and ignorance. Crafted from a blend of iron, silver, brass, and copper, this ritual knife measures 21 cm in height and carries a powerful spiritual presence. The kartika knife is traditionally used in tantric practices as a symbol of transformation, guiding practitioners toward wisdom, liberation, and inner peace. It is an essential addition to altars, meditation spaces, and ritual collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eThis kartika ritual knife features a distinctive crescent-shaped blade, representing the severing of worldly illusion and negative forces. The handle is adorned with a skull motif, symbolizing impermanence and the transcendence of fear, while the upper section incorporates symbolic elements associated with tantric deities and ritual authority. The combination of silver, brass, and copper accents enhances the visual depth, highlighting the intricate craftsmanship rooted in Himalayan artistic traditions. Each detail reflects spiritual meaning, creating a harmonious balance between symbolic design and artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eThe Handmade Kartika Ritual Knife for Spiritual Ceremonies is more than a ceremonial object; it is a symbol of transformation, awareness, and enlightened understanding. In spiritual practice, the kartika represents the ability to cut through illusion and awaken clarity of mind. Placing this kartika ritual knife in your sacred space invites focus, strength, and a deeper connection to spiritual teachings. Whether used in ritual ceremonies or displayed as sacred decor, this Handmade Kartika Ritual Knife serves as a powerful reminder of the path toward enlightenment, balance, and peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction To The Kartika Knife :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile 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, where 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EC","offers":[{"title":"21cm x 5cm","offer_id":48108962873598,"sku":"24589ECKartikaKnife","price":708.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7214\/2590\/files\/download_d4c920cf-7e7e-4d98-87da-b0d7cb9a0ec3.jpg?v=1776948277","url":"https:\/\/evamratna.com\/products\/sacred-kartika-ritual-dagger","provider":"Evamratna","version":"1.0","type":"link"}