Gold Lettering Gau Box ~ OM MANTRA Silver Ghau Pendant

From the himalayan kingdom of Nepal, this listing is for the pictured 92.5 silver gau pendant set with himalayan red coral. The coral bead is surrounded by gold plate lettering of the Tibetan Buddhist prayer mantra, om mani padme hum. Speaking, writing, or viewing the written form of this sacred prayer is beleived to benefit karma, invoking the benevolent blessings of Chenrezig (Tibetan) Avalokiteshvara (Sanskrit), the embodiment of compassion.

The ghau measures approximately 1 5/8" high x 7/8" wide. Ghau amulets were traditionally worn by pilgrams and used to carry an image of Buddha, prayers, or Tibetan medicine. This "hidden box" amulet comes inside the pictured unique stone bowl carved from colorful himalayan marble that measures 2" wide. A beautiful combination gift set brought to you from Hither and Yon! Aloha

In Buddhism coral is believed to be generally good, and the Tibetans and Tibeto-Nepalese regarding of it as a good investment, and believe that the person who wears coral will have success in life. The color red is auspicious in Tibetan culture. It is a sacred color, one of the colors of the five Buddhas and the color of the monk's garments. It is believed to have protective qualities and is therefore often used to paint sacred buildings. In neighboring China, coral is a symbol of longevity. Himalayan red coral is also the symbol of blood and perseverance in human life. The gemstone is related to Mars and its zodiac signs are the Aries and the Scorpio. Coral gemstone is said to increase many virtues like courage, perseverance, and increase ones ability to face and resolve difficult circumstances. Coral gemstone is also said to be an ideal gem for a happy marital life.

Om is the sacred syllable venerated since ancient times by Buddhists, Brahmins, and Hindus alike. The universe is said to have begun with this sound, and all the sounds of life are said to be contained within it. Om is thus considered the "breath of all life", and often regarded as too holy to be spoken aloud.

Om Mani Padme Hum has no direct English translation, but often used as a guide is "Hail the jewel in the heart of lotus" or "Behold! The jewel in the lotus!". The Dalai Lama has given a synopsis of its meaning as "Thus the six syllables, Om Mani Padme Hum, mean that in dependence on the practice which is an indivisible union of method and wisdom, you can transform your impure body, speech and mind into the pure body, speech, and mind of a Buddha." It is thought that all the teachings of the Buddha are contained in this one prayer, and that the recitation of the mantra helps achieve perfection in the six practices from generosity to wisdom. Speaking, writing, or viewing the written form of this sacred prayer is beleived to benefit karma, invoking the benevolent blessings of Chenrezig (Tibetan) Avalokiteshvara (Sanskrit), the embodiment of compassion.

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