❤All our crafts are directly handmade from Tibet. These unique bead pendant are traditionally made by Tibetan craftsmen in Hepo Township, Baiyu County. When you purchase this craft it helps and support the artisan and their families in Tibet. Your support is highly appreciated. ❤You can make it into a pendant,a mala beads necklace, or just put it on your desk,as an ornament. ❤Details 100% Handmade Pendant material:cold iron Pattern: Temple block,wooden fish Size: Length:2.6cm / 1.02 inch Width:2.1cm / 0.83 inch Thickness:1.6cm / 0.63inch Weight 32g / 1.12 oz ❤ Introduction A wooden fish — also known as a Chinese temple block or wooden bell is a wooden percussion instrument that originated from East Asia that is used by monks and lay people in the Mahayana tradition of Buddhism. They are used by Buddhist ceremonies in China, Korea, Japan, and other asian countries. They may be referred to as a Chinese block, Korean block or, rarely, as a skull. Wooden fish often used in rituals usually involving the recitation of sutras, mantras, or other Buddhist texts. In Chan Buddhism, the wooden fish serve to maintain rhythm during chanting. In Pure Land Buddhism, they are used when chanting the name of Amitabha. ❤NOTICE 1.Please allow 1-2mm error due to manual measurement. 2.The color may have different as the difference display. 3.Please make sure you do not mind before you order.
