blessed by the Most Venerable LP Moon .
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This Thai Buddhist monk's alms bowl amulet is made of painted terracotta, with a braided orange thread decoration, Pali letters drawn in several places and a mobile relic inside (you can hear it move when you shake the amulet).
The whole thing is placed in a rustic braid of wire so that it can be hung or even worn as a pendant.
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The Nam Baht monk's bowl, or "alms bowl," holds a special place in Buddhist tradition and carries profound symbolism. This sacred bowl, once made of wood or metal, is used by Buddhist monks.
during their daily alms collections in the communities.
Beyond its practical function, the monk's bowl embodies essential values in Buddhist practice. It represents simplicity and humility, reminding monks and devotees of the importance of detaching themselves from material possessions and superfluous attachments. The monk's bowl also symbolizes dependence on the generosity of others, emphasizing the idea that monks live off the gifts of the community and must therefore cultivate gratitude and acceptance.
With its rounded shape, the monk's bowl represents unity and harmony. It recalls the interdependence of all living beings and encourages compassion toward others. It is often associated with the idea of sharing and giving, as it is used to collect donations of food, but also to distribute holy water or blessings during religious ceremonies.
The Nam Baht monk's bowl also carries spiritual symbolism. It is considered a receptacle of purity and renunciation. When the monk receives food or offerings in his bowl, he accepts it with gratitude, recognizing that these gifts are an expression of generosity and love. In this act of humble reception, the monk embodies the Buddhist teaching of non-attachment and the transcendence of personal desires.
In short, the Nam Baht monk's bowl is much more than just a container. It represents the fundamental principles of Buddhism, such as simplicity, humility, gratitude, compassion, and sharing. It invites reflection on our relationship with material goods and reminds us of the importance of generosity and the interconnectedness between all living beings.
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UNIQUE PIECE.
RARE SACRED OBJECT CONSECRATED BY A FAMOUS VENERABLE.
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- Height: 40 mm.
- Diameter: 30 mm.
- Weight: approximately 20 grams.