4/15/08

Buddhist Jewellery

Set of pretty Tibetan handicraft. Characteristical silver jewellery with Buddhist symbols and spiritual meaning.


Background
Dzi stones are part of Tibetan jewellery. The beads are expected to provide positive spiritual benefit. Original Dzi stones are hard to find.
Om Mani Padme Hum is one of the most famous mantras (Buddhist prayers). It's the mantra of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of compassion.
Turqouises and corals are characteristical parts of Tibetan and Buddhist silver jewellery.