$10
This handmade brass kapala from Nepal symbolizes the transformation of ignorance into wisdom, reflecting the impermanence of life in Vajrayana Buddhist practice.
| Weight | 0.19 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.89 cm |
| Shipped from | Nepal |
This handmade brass kapala, or skull cup, from Nepal serves as a profound symbol in Vajrayana Buddhist rituals. It embodies the transformation of ignorance into enlightened wisdom, while also reminding practitioners of the impermanence of life. The skull signifies the great bliss that arises from understanding the nature of existence and the cycle of life and death.
| WEIGHT – 0.19 kg |
| HEIGHT – 8.89 cm |
| WIDTH – Not specified |
A kapala or skullcup is a cup made from a human skull and used as a ritual implement (bowl) in both Hindu Tantra and Buddhist Tantra (Vajrayana). Especially in Tibet, they are often carved or elaborately mounted with precious metals and jewels.
