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Buddhist rituals have been in practice since the time of The Buddha. Rituals make use of symbolism to speak to the subconscious mind and help us grow when we practice them daily.

Rituals aren't always elaborate. Often times, they are as simple as a handshake or a prayer before a meal. However, many people choose to engage in more complex rituals that require special tools. Buddhist rituals often involve items that represent specific aspects of the belief.

If you want to practice rituals using the same items used by Buddhists in Tibet, take a look at the authentic Buddhist altar supplies we offer:

1. Tibetan Prayer Beads

Prayer beads are one of the most well-known symbols of Buddhist practice. Prayer beads, known as "Malas", are a string of 108 beads used in prayer. The beads are made from the Ficus religiosa tree and they represent the sins of humankind. These beads are essential for your Buddhist altar. Monks use them daily in their devotion.

2. Buddhist Prayer Bell

The Prayer Bell is used to ask the gods for divine protection. The sound of the prayer bell is said to be the same tone of Buddha's voice and the heavenly law known as "dharma." The bell can be used to call a group to worship. Buddhist prayer bells are decorated with elaborate patterns. The handle is reminiscent of a crown.

3. Dorje

Never far from the prayer bell is the Dorje. This is one of the most important items used by monks in their rituals. This ornate object symbolizes the thunderbolt of enlightenment, which is the key goal of Buddhist practices. When one reaches enlightenment, they are able to live aside from the want of material possessions and earthly pleasures.

4. Damaru

The Damaru or Tibetan Drum is used in tantric rituals. Most people are probably familiar with this instrument as one of their childhood toys because of how it's played. The drum is twisted from side to side while small beads hit each side of the drum. Since its arrival in the Himalayas in the 8th century, it has been a popular item in Buddhist rituals. This drum is specifically used to help get through the issues keeping a person from enlightenment.

5. Shankha Conch Shell

This might be the most ornate and beautiful item on your altar. The Shanka is decorated with symbols of faith and gemstones. It is one of the eight symbols of the Ashtamangala. It symbolizes water and the ubiquity of Buddhism.

6. The Ghau Box

Worn to keep evil spirits away, this amulet is decorated with precious stones. Inside, it holds a clay depiction of Buddha. The Ghau Box is also worn to bring the blessing of Buddha upon the wearer. Typically, men wear a square-shaped amulet, while women wear round ones.

7. Tibetan Butter Lamp

You can spot Tibetan Butter lamps at any Buddhist Temple. Yak butter is burned in the cup to symbolize wisdom. The butter lamp is typically part of the morning offering ritual. The butter lamp is accompanied by seven other offering bowls, each symbolizing different things.

8. Tibetan Prayer Wheel

The prayer wheel is adorned with the eight symbols of the Ashtamangala. They are usually gold and can be a large (for temples) or handheld size. It is often spun while reciting the mantra, "Om Mani Padme Hum."

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  • Brocade Framed Tibetan Symbol Altar Cloth

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    This is a beautiful altar cloth made of brocade fabric. This piece of cloth is supposed to be placed at the Altar or Shrine and is an Auspicious Ri...

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    Double Dorjee and Auspicious Symbol Brocade Altar Cloth

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    Tibetan Ritual Crystal Vajra for Buddhist Altars

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    Vajra is an important ritual tool in the Buddhist Dharma. Normally a Vajra is accompanied by the bell which already has a half Vajra attached to it...

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  • Handpainted Buddhist Ritual 100 Deities Wooden Torma - nepacrafts
    Handpainted Buddhist Ritual 100 Deities Wooden Torma - nepacrafts

    Handpainted Buddhist Ritual 100 Deities Wooden Torma

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    This is a hand painted 100 deities wooden Torma handmade in Nepal. Torma making is a very skilled art and they can come in a variety of colors, sha...

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  • Zambala Kubera Carving Conch Shell with Turquoise and Coral Decoration - nepacrafts
    Zambala Kubera Carving Conch Shell with Turquoise and Coral Decoration - nepacrafts
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    Zambala Kubera Carving Conch Shell with Turquoise and Coral Decoration

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    The conch shell also known as Sankha is a very important ritual object that is use to commence any ritual work. This conch shell is wonderfully car...

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  • Manjushree Carving Tibetan Conch Shell Turquoise and Coral Inlaid - nepacrafts
    Manjushree Carving Tibetan Conch Shell Turquoise and Coral Inlaid - nepacrafts
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    Manjushree Carving Tibetan Conch Shell Turquoise and Coral Inlaid

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    The conch shell also known as Sankha is a very important ritual object that is use to commence any ritual work. This conch shell is wonderfully car...

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  • Dalai Lama Printed Car Hanging Protection Amulet - nepacrafts
    Dalai Lama Printed Car Hanging Protection Amulet - nepacrafts

    Dalai Lama Printed Car Hanging Protection Amulet

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    This is a car hanging protection amulet. This amulet hanging is to be hanged in the real view mirror. This amulet has a picture of Dalai Lama is pl...

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  • Manjushree Car Hanging Protection Amulet - nepacrafts
    Manjushree Car Hanging Protection Amulet - nepacrafts

    Manjushree Car Hanging Protection Amulet

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    This is a car hanging protection amulet with the mantra of Manjushree. This amulet hanging is to be hanged in the real view mirror. This amulet has...

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  • Bell and Dorjee Set Buddhist Ritual Item

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    This is a beautiful Tibetan Bell and Dorjee set handmade in Nepal. The bell and dorjee are made of barss. Bell and Dorjee are the ritual instrument...

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  • Brass Bell and Dorjee Set Buddhist Ritual Item - nepacrafts
    Brass Bell and Dorjee Set Buddhist Ritual Item - nepacrafts

    Brass Bell and Dorjee Set Buddhist Ritual Item

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    This is a beautiful Tibetan Bell and Dorjee set handmade in Nepal. The bell and dorjee are made of barss. Bell and Dorjee are the ritual instrument...

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  • Tibetan Om and Buddha Eyes Bell and Dorjee Set - nepacrafts
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    Tibetan Om and Buddha Eyes Bell and Dorjee Set

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    This is a beautiful Tibetan Bell and Dorjee set handmade in Nepal. The bell is made of white metal along with finishing. The Buddha eyes and Tibeta...

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  • Yellow Silk Brocade Buddhist Endless Knot Altar Cloth - nepacrafts
    Yellow Silk Brocade Buddhist Endless Knot Altar Cloth - nepacrafts

    Yellow Silk Brocade Buddhist Endless Knot Altar Cloth

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    This is a purely handmade embroidered altar cloth with Endless Knot, one of the eight auspicious symbol. This piece of cloth is supposed to be plac...

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  • Blue Endless Knot Buddhist Altar Cloth - nepacrafts
    Blue Endless Knot Buddhist Altar Cloth - nepacrafts

    Blue Endless Knot Buddhist Altar Cloth

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    This is a purely handmade embroidered altar cloth with Endless Knot, one of the eight auspicious symbol. This piece of cloth is supposed to be plac...

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  • Maroon Silk Brocade Buddhist Altar Cloth - nepacrafts
    Maroon Silk Brocade Buddhist Altar Cloth - nepacrafts

    Maroon Silk Brocade Buddhist Altar Cloth

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    This is a purely handmade embroidered altar cloth with Endless Knot, one of the eight auspicious symbol. This piece of cloth is supposed to be plac...

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  • Green Silk Brocade Buddhist Shrine Cloth - nepacrafts
    Green Silk Brocade Buddhist Shrine Cloth - nepacrafts

    Green Silk Brocade Buddhist Shrine Cloth

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    This is a purely handmade embroidered altar cloth with Endless Knot, one of the eight auspicious symbol. This piece of cloth is supposed to be plac...

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  • Red Silk Brocade Buddhist Endless Knot Altar Cloth - nepacrafts
    Red Silk Brocade Buddhist Endless Knot Altar Cloth - nepacrafts

    Red Silk Brocade Buddhist Endless Knot Altar Cloth

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    This is a purely handmade embroidered altar cloth with Endless Knot, one of the eight auspicious symbol. This piece of cloth is supposed to be plac...

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  • High Quality Plain Meditation Cymbals - nepacrafts
    High Quality Plain Meditation Cymbals - nepacrafts

    High Quality Plain Meditation Cymbals

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    This is a plain high quality meditation cymbals or tingsha. This tingsha comes with brocade pouch. Tingshas are two metal small cymbals joined by l...

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  • Rudrakshya Beaded Car Hanging Amulet - nepacrafts
    Rudrakshya Beaded Car Hanging Amulet - nepacrafts

    Rudrakshya Beaded Car Hanging Amulet

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    This a very beautiful braided with Rudrakshya beads car hanging amulet handmade in Nepal. These beautiful amulet can be used to hang in your car, h...

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  • Om Engraved Black Musical Tingsha Cymbals - nepacrafts
    Om Engraved Black Musical Tingsha Cymbals - nepacrafts

    Om Engraved Black Musical Tingsha Cymbals

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    This is a handmade musical instrument cymbals from Nepal. The tingsha is engraved with Hindu Om. Tingsha can be used together with Singing bowls an...

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  • High Quality Buddhist Ritual Dragon Carved Tingsha - nepacrafts
    High Quality Buddhist Ritual Dragon Carved Tingsha - nepacrafts

    High Quality Buddhist Ritual Dragon Carved Tingsha

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    This is a high quality dragon embossed metal tingsha or cymbals. Tingshas are two metal small cymbals joined by leather strap. It is commonly used ...

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  • Embossed Dorjee Carving Musical Tingsha - nepacrafts
    Embossed Dorjee Carving Musical Tingsha - nepacrafts

    Embossed Dorjee Carving Musical Tingsha

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    This is great sounding and vibrating brass tingsha or cymbals embossed with Tibetan Dorjee. Vajra or dorjee is an important ritual tool in the Budd...

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  • Dragon Carving Cymbals/Tingsha - nepacrafts
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    Dragon Carving Cymbals/Tingsha

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    This is a dragon embossed tingsha or cymbals for meditaion. Tingshas are two metal small cymbals joined by leather strap. It is commonly used by T...

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  • Antique Dragon Carving Meditation Cymbals - nepacrafts
    Antique Dragon Carving Meditation Cymbals - nepacrafts

    Antique Dragon Carving Meditation Cymbals

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    This is a dragon embossed tingsha or cymbals for meditaion. This tingsha has an antique looks. Tingsha can be used together with Singing bowls and ...

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  • Tibetan Eight Auspicious Symbol Musical Tingsha - nepacrafts
    Tibetan Eight Auspicious Symbol Musical Tingsha - nepacrafts

    Tibetan Eight Auspicious Symbol Musical Tingshas

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    Tingsha can be used together with Singing bowls and other instruments during meditation, sound healing, therapy and musical sessions. Many yoga cen...

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Popular Buddhist Altar Essentials

Buddhist rituals have been in practice since the time of The Buddha. Rituals make use of symbolism to speak to the subconscious mind and help us grow when we practice them daily.

Rituals aren't always elaborate. Often times, they are as simple as a handshake or a prayer before a meal. However, many people choose to engage in more complex rituals that require special tools. Buddhist rituals often involve items that represent specific aspects of the belief.

If you want to practice rituals using the same items used by Buddhists in Tibet, take a look at the authentic Buddhist altar supplies we offer:

1. Tibetan Prayer Beads

Prayer beads are one of the most well-known symbols of Buddhist practice. Prayer beads, known as "Malas", are a string of 108 beads used in prayer. The beads are made from the Ficus religiosa tree and they represent the sins of humankind. These beads are essential for your Buddhist altar. Monks use them daily in their devotion.

2. Buddhist Prayer Bell

The Prayer Bell is used to ask the gods for divine protection. The sound of the prayer bell is said to be the same tone of Buddha's voice and the heavenly law known as "dharma." The bell can be used to call a group to worship. Buddhist prayer bells are decorated with elaborate patterns. The handle is reminiscent of a crown.

3. Dorje

Never far from the prayer bell is the Dorje. This is one of the most important items used by monks in their rituals. This ornate object symbolizes the thunderbolt of enlightenment, which is the key goal of Buddhist practices. When one reaches enlightenment, they are able to live aside from the want of material possessions and earthly pleasures.

4. Damaru

The Damaru or Tibetan Drum is used in tantric rituals. Most people are probably familiar with this instrument as one of their childhood toys because of how it's played. The drum is twisted from side to side while small beads hit each side of the drum. Since its arrival in the Himalayas in the 8th century, it has been a popular item in Buddhist rituals. This drum is specifically used to help get through the issues keeping a person from enlightenment.

5. Shankha Conch Shell

This might be the most ornate and beautiful item on your altar. The Shanka is decorated with symbols of faith and gemstones. It is one of the eight symbols of the Ashtamangala. It symbolizes water and the ubiquity of Buddhism.

6. The Ghau Box

Worn to keep evil spirits away, this amulet is decorated with precious stones. Inside, it holds a clay depiction of Buddha. The Ghau Box is also worn to bring the blessing of Buddha upon the wearer. Typically, men wear a square-shaped amulet, while women wear round ones.

7. Tibetan Butter Lamp

You can spot Tibetan Butter lamps at any Buddhist Temple. Yak butter is burned in the cup to symbolize wisdom. The butter lamp is typically part of the morning offering ritual. The butter lamp is accompanied by seven other offering bowls, each symbolizing different things.

8. Tibetan Prayer Wheel

The prayer wheel is adorned with the eight symbols of the Ashtamangala. They are usually gold and can be a large (for temples) or handheld size. It is often spun while reciting the mantra, "Om Mani Padme Hum."

Browse our online store today to find all the Buddhist ritual items you need to help you on your spiritual path.