Bell and Dorje

The handbell and dorje are the principal ritual objects of Tantric Buddhism. Traditionally, they are used together, the bell in the left hand, the dorje in the right. Representing the passive and active qualities which reach perfection only when united, they function as do yin and yang in the Chinese tradition. They also represent the union of wisdom and compassion, which is enlightenment. These bells produce an incredible sound when rubbed with a playing stick or when rung.

Traditionally used as ritual objects in Tibetan Buddhism, the bell is held in the left hand and the dorje in the right. They represent passive and active qualities analogous to the yin and yang concepts in Chinese tradition and also the union of wisdom and compassion.

These bells may be used during prayers and meditations! Also believed to vanquisy demons. Consists of 2 parts. The vajra is held in the right hand and the bell in the left as the relevant ritual hand-gestures (mudra) are performed. For only 36.00 you can be the calm and relaxed owner of both. Tibetan Singing Bells are made of seven metals and give a very beautiful sound They are said to represent compassion and wisdom, respectively.

Tibetan tantric instrument traditionally used as a set; the dorje is held in the opposite hand, not struck against the bell. As a musical instrument, bells are exclusively handmade, using the traditional ancient combination of metals. The set symbolizes the inseparability of wisdom (the bell) and skillful means (the dorje), combining three aspects of Buddha:

Body: The body of the bell, respect for a healthy body like Buddha
Speech: The sound of the bell, correct speech like Buddha
Mind: The dorje, positive like Buddha