Tag Archive for: meditation tool
Singing Bowls-Center the Body
Singing bowls have been used for centuries as a tool to center the body and mind during meditation. Although there is little written history on singing bowls, Tibetan oral tradition dates them to the time of Buddha Shakyamuni. It is believed…
The Master’s Tool – The Mala
A mala is a string of beads used for meditating and chanting a mantra or prayer in sets of 108 repetitions, to train the spiritual self. The use of beads in prayer is believed to have originated in India in the 8thcentury. Presently, more…
Green Tara
This exquisite tapestry features the image of the beloved Tibetan Goddess- Green Tara. Beautiful hues of blues have been used to create a two-toned border of swirling vines and leaves. Each beautiful tapestry is meticulously hand crafted from…
Courage
When you feel hopeless, remember that in your heart there is an endless spring of strength and courage.
Celebrate Mabon
The autumn equinox also known as Mabon is celebrated by many Wiccans and Pagans, though it is considered a lesser sabbat. Mabon is a time when the day and the night are equally divided. It is a time to honor the second harvest and the Green…
Celebrate Ganesha Chaturthi
The birth of Lord Ganesha is celebrated by Hindus worldwide in an 11 day festival know as Ganesha Chaturthi. The festival takes place during the Hindu month of Bhadra. In 2012 the celebration will begin on
September 19 and end on ‘Ananta…
Chakra Root Muladhara
As the base chakra color, red is said to represent all things intense and passionate. It governs the spine (Chi, Life Force), hips, legs, feet, bones, blood, circulation, prostate and adrenals. The color red is a symbol of life, vitality and…
July’s Gemstone Carnelian
The gemstone Carnelian can be used as the birthstone for July. Carnelian is an energy booster; it promotes ambition, confidence and happiness. This powerful stone stimulates drive and ambition. It accelerates motivation and helps one to find…
Phurba
The Phurba is a triple side Tibetan ritual tool. Each side represents one of the spirit of the world. The three blades of the phurba symbolizes the overcoming or cutting through of the three root poisons: ignorance, desire, and hatred. The three…