Compassion Mantra Mandala Thangka Pendant #2 lowbowl It is believed that lava

It is believed that lava stone helps with emotional balance and helps stabilise the root chakra

It is well suited for striking although it can be rubbed with a little bit of practice

There is no decoration on the bowl and its patina has aged beautifully

Moonstone - Size 18

Compassion Mantra Mandala Thangka Pendant #2 lowbowl It is believed that lavaThis beautiful miniature thangka pendant features the compassion mantra 'Om Mani Padme Hung' in the centre of a mandala. Each syllable of this sacred mantra arises from the petal and bud of a soft, blue lotus. Lotuses are an important symbol in Buddhism representing the inherent nature of this flower to bloom in the murkiest of waters. The edges of the mandala are adorned with delicate flower petals, their tips reaching upwards as if in prayer,