These Tibetan tingsha bells combine the familiar clear ring of paired cymbals with a decorative lucky-symbol design. They are made for striking together, creating a bright note that can be used to mark the start or finish of meditation, yoga, ritual or quiet reflection.
Tingsha are small bell instruments associated with Tibetan Buddhist practice. Their sound has a definite presence: brief, focused and easy to notice. Hold the bells by their connecting cord, bring the cymbals together gently and let the tone settle before using them again.
The lucky-symbol decoration gives this pair more visual character than a plain tingsha. It also makes them interesting to keep alongside other objects connected with Buddhist, Himalayan or contemplative traditions. The symbols are part of the design; their meaning may vary according to the tradition and context in which they are understood.
For sound, ritual and display
Use these bells as a simple sound marker during a personal practice, or keep them where their decorated faces can be seen between uses. They require no elaborate technique, just a light touch and a little attention to the fading note.
- Tibetan tingsha bells with lucky-symbol decoration
- Paired cymbal-style bells
- Approximate diameter: 6cm
- Approximate weight: 155g
