Singing bowls, also known by the name Tibetan singing bowl are sometimes referred as seven metals bowl are one of the oriental piece of metalcraft, the application of which range from meditation, sound healing to the musical instrument. Also read: Metal Crafts: How are they made History And Origin Of Singing Bowls Less is known about the actual origin of the singing bowl but ideas and facts gathered from the anecdotes, it can be assessed that its origin has roots during Buddhist civilization since the Buddhism regards our existence as a vibration in this cosmic universe, the idea of sound remained so ingrained in their philosophy. It is even assumed that Buddha himself brought the singing bowl from the heaven and the rests are the copy of it. Legend has it that the use of these bowls date back to Bon religion in Himalaya, way before Buddhism was founded.
Singing bowl Singing bowls, bells and cymbals (tingshas) are from the magical himalayas of nepal and tibet. They are made from a mixture of metals and when rubbed with a mallet, they produce a complex and beautiful sound full of wonderful harmonics and overtones.. These instruments have been used for centuries to produce relaxation and facilitate meditation. Singing bowls and bells come complete with a wooden playing mallet for striking and rubbing to create your own melodies. As all items are hand crafted, sizes, colors and prices may vary according to supply.
