Butterlamp, Tibetan ritual tool, BRASS colored edition - RITUAL ITEM

Butterlamps are a common feature of Tibetan Buddhist temples and monasteries throughout the Himalayas. The lamps traditionally burn clarified yak butter, but now often use vegetable oil or vanaspati ghee.

The butter lamps help to focus the mind and aid meditation. According to the Root tantra of Cakrasaṃvara Tantra, "If you wish for sublime realization, offer hundreds of lights".

This can also ofcourse be used as a bowl for sacrifice or focused altar work.

This is the antique brass edition. 14 cm tall.

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