{"title":"Bells","description":"\u003cp\u003eBells are used for spiritual and ritual purposes all over the world, especially on the Eurasian continent. Also when visiting a traditional shaman, they are not to be missed. They are everywhere. On the costume, on the drum, on the altar, on attributes and spirit dolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBells in shamanism serve multiple purposes. Their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields, they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. They can be seen as complete spirithouses themselves, or for that purpose been sewn on ritual costumes, attributes and spirit dolls. Their sounds are the voices of the spirits inhabiting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you a great variety of bells from all over the Eurasian continent; from traditional tigerbells to bells with the horrifying faces of wrathful spirits, and from tingsha's to altarbells. From old ones with a long history of (ritual) use to brand new ones looking for their first job. You find them all here.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"traditional-clothing-figurine-bells","title":"Traditional clothing figurine bells","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBells are used in ritual all over the world, especially on the Eurasian continent. They cleanse the space, call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. In old dutch tradition the bells were rung the whole night during the changing of the year (oud en nieuw) and sometimes even twelve nights in a row during the Twelve Holy Nights (Rauhnächte) to drive the old year out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells can be used for exactly those purposes in your own rituals. And of course, with their lovely appearance of people in traditional clothing, they will make a wonderful addition to your altar space. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are made of brass. Sold per piece, only one left (right on the photo):\u003cbr\u003e* with high hat\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"with headscarf","offer_id":46859353030987,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"with high hat","offer_id":46859353096523,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20230814_202536_1692037628787.png?v=1693299426"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-11-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 11 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 11 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863874392395,"sku":"","price":0.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100556_Instagram.jpg?v=1693469951"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-17-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 17 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 17 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863878422859,"sku":"","price":1.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100706_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470169"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-20-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 20 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 20 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863880749387,"sku":"","price":2.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100720_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470257"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-25-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 25 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 25 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863882027339,"sku":"","price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100734_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470326"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-27-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 27 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 27 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863883665739,"sku":"","price":3.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100745_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470402"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-28-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 28 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 28 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863884910923,"sku":"","price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100756_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470470"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-32-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 32 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 32 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863886385483,"sku":"","price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100807_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470553"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-34-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 30 millimeter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 30 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863887532363,"sku":"","price":4.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100817_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470617"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-38-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 38 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 38 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863888843083,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100827_Instagram.jpg?v=1693470685"},{"product_id":"bells-without-image-23-millimeter","title":"Bell without image 23 millimeter","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt SeaWolf Shop we are very proud to be able to offer you a selection of different shapes and sizes of bells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bells we offer you at SeaWolf Shop are all made of good quality brass or bronze and can be used for all your personal ritual and\/or handcrafting purposes, giving your personal spirits a house and a voice and bestowing you with their protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells in \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e'beetle-shape' \u003c\/span\u003eare without images and thus a very nice, 'neutral' house for your spirits. They are 23 millimeters in size (measured lenght-wise, without the eyelet), made from brass and \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecome to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar. These bells \u003c\/span\u003eare sold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863911846219,"sku":"","price":1.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_101033_Instagram.jpg?v=1693471576"},{"product_id":"bell-with-guardian-40-mm","title":"Bell with guardian 40 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOn both sides of this bell there's a detailed, high relief depiction of a very fierce, forceful being. A wrathful spirit. In Himalayan regions, images of freightening faces of wrathful spirits and deities can be found everywhere, from bigger sized architectural ornaments or wooden masks to smaller sized pendants or bells to use as personal amulets \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn both (Tibetan) Buddhism and (Shaivist) Hinduism, they often represent the images of the fierce, wrathful aspects or forms of buddha's, bodhisattva's, deva's and deities (beings that have thus both a peaceful, friendly appearance and a forceful, horrifying form). In Tibetan Buddhism they can also be the images of dharmapala's; spirits and gods originating in the Tibetan pre-buddhist indigenous Bon-tradition, that are said to be 'tamed' by Padmasambhava in the 8th century CE and then sworn an oath to protect the buddhist dharma ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe wrathful deities are portrait as terrifying, demonic-looking beings, often further adorned with gruesome ritual attributes and symbolic decorations such as (human) bones and skulls and other items associated with the charnel grounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut as terrifying as they might appear, they actually are often driven by compassion. They are very strong and powerful protectors and guides for those on the path to enlightenment, embodying the power and force needed to go forward and overcome and transform all obstacles on the way. They fight against all kinds of demons and evil and in Tibetan Buddhism especially against the enemies of Buddhism. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut not always are these freightening faces specifically to be associated with the wrathful aspect of an identifiable deity. They can also be more ‘random’, general, anonymous wrathful faces working from the age old adage of “scaring away evil forces with an even more terrifying and forceful one”. And because the depictions of these more general wrathful spirits are of course not bound to the restrictions of the iconography of a certain specific deity, their depictions often consist of the most gruesome details their artist could come up with; the most demonic facial expressions combined with sharp teeth, a devilish pair of horns, skull ornaments etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eImages from wrathful deities and spirits have also found their way into some classical shamanic lineages, such as the lineage of Spirit of Wolf. Here they are also associated with Erlik Han, Lord of the Underworld, and as such mostly used by black shamans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis bell can be used as a separate protective amulet or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attributes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bronze bell is made in Tibet and  measures approximately 4 centimeters (measured without eyelet). \u003cspan\u003eIt comes to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863915942219,"sku":"","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100925_Instagram.jpg?v=1693471758"},{"product_id":"bell-with-an-angry-spirit-21-millimeter","title":"Bell with wrathful spirit 21 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOn both sides of this bell there's a detailed, high relief depiction of a very fierce, forceful being. A wrathful spirit. In Himalayan regions, images of freightening faces of wrathful spirits and deities can be found everywhere, from bigger sized architectural ornaments or wooden masks to smaller sized pendants or bells to use as personal amulets \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn both (Tibetan) Buddhism and (Shaivist) Hinduism, they often represent the images of the fierce, wrathful aspects or forms of buddha's, bodhisattva's, deva's and deities (beings that have thus both a peaceful, friendly appearance and a forceful, horrifying form). In Tibetan Buddhism they can also be the images of dharmapala's; spirits and gods originating in the Tibetan pre-buddhist indigenous Bon-tradition, that are said to be 'tamed' by Padmasambhava in the 8th century CE and then sworn an oath to protect the buddhist dharma ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe wrathful deities are portrait as terrifying, demonic-looking beings, often further adorned with gruesome ritual attributes and symbolic decorations such as (human) bones and skulls and other items associated with the charnel grounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut as terrifying as they might appear, they actually are often driven by compassion. They are very strong and powerful protectors and guides for those on the path to enlightenment, embodying the power and force needed to go forward and overcome and transform all obstacles on the way. They fight against all kinds of demons and evil and in Tibetan Buddhism especially against the enemies of Buddhism. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut not always are these freightening faces specifically to be associated with the wrathful aspect of an identifiable deity. They can also be more ‘random’, general, anonymous wrathful faces working from the age old adage of “scaring away evil forces with an even more terrifying and forceful one”. And because the depictions of these more general wrathful spirits are of course not bound to the restrictions of the iconography of a certain specific deity, their depictions often consist of the most gruesome details their artist could come up with; the most demonic facial expressions combined with sharp teeth, a devilish pair of horns, skull ornaments etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eImages from wrathful deities and spirits have also found their way into some classical shamanic lineages, such as the lineage of Spirit of Wolf. Here they are also associated with Erlik Han, Lord of the Underworld, and as such mostly used by black shamans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis bell can be used as a separate protective amulet or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attributes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brass bells are made in Tibet and measure approximately 21 millimeters wide and 25 millimeters high (measured without eyelet). They come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863918104907,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_101221_Instagram.jpg?v=1693471894"},{"product_id":"bell-with-heavenly-lion-23-millimeter","title":"Bell with heavenly lion 23 millimeter","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn these bells a beautiful, very detailed, high reliëf image of an Asian Heavenly Lion is depicted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe symbolism of lions in Asian traditions can be traced back thousands of years, and can be found all over the Asian continent. Here in Europe their most well known image is probably that of the pair of 'Foo Dogs', guarding the entrance to your local Chinese temple or restaurant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn different cultures and countries, the symbolism and associations with lions might be slightly different, but overall it can be said that the lion, as the so called King of the animal kingdom, stands as a fierce protector. With caracteristics as strong, stable, superior, courageous, powerful and ferocious, it's no wonder the lion has found its way into traditional shamanism as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese beautiful bells can be used in all your own ritual and crafting purposes. Use them on your ritual clothing, attributes or amulets as a house and voice for a strong, protective spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are made of high quality brass and measure 23 millimeters (measured without eyelet). They\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSold per piece\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863920070987,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_100842_Instagram.jpg?v=1693472085"},{"product_id":"bell-with-guardian-23-millimeter","title":"Bell with guardian 23 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOn both sides of this bell there's a detailed, high relief depiction of a very fierce, forceful being. A wrathful spirit. In Himalayan regions, images of freightening faces of wrathful spirits and deities can be found everywhere, from bigger sized architectural ornaments or wooden masks to smaller sized pendants or bells to use as personal amulets \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn both (Tibetan) Buddhism and (Shaivist) Hinduism, they often represent the images of the fierce, wrathful aspects or forms of buddha's, bodhisattva's, deva's and deities (beings that have thus both a peaceful, friendly appearance and a forceful, horrifying form). In Tibetan Buddhism they can also be the images of dharmapala's; spirits and gods originating in the Tibetan pre-buddhist indigenous Bon-tradition, that are said to be 'tamed' by Padmasambhava in the 8th century CE and then sworn an oath to protect the buddhist dharma ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe wrathful deities are portrait as terrifying, demonic-looking beings, often further adorned with gruesome ritual attributes and symbolic decorations such as (human) bones and skulls and other items associated with the charnel grounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut as terrifying as they might appear, they actually are often driven by compassion. They are very strong and powerful protectors and guides for those on the path to enlightenment, embodying the power and force needed to go forward and overcome and transform all obstacles on the way. They fight against all kinds of demons and evil and in Tibetan Buddhism especially against the enemies of Buddhism. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut not always are these freightening faces specifically to be associated with the wrathful aspect of an identifiable deity. They can also be more ‘random’, general, anonymous wrathful faces working from the age old adage of “scaring away evil forces with an even more terrifying and forceful one”. And because the depictions of these more general wrathful spirits are of course not bound to the restrictions of the iconography of a certain specific deity, their depictions often consist of the most gruesome details their artist could come up with; the most demonic facial expressions combined with sharp teeth, a devilish pair of horns, skull ornaments etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eImages from wrathful deities and spirits have also found their way into some classical shamanic lineages, such as the lineage of Spirit of Wolf. Here they are also associated with Erlik Han, Lord of the Underworld, and as such mostly used by black shamans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis bell can be used as a separate protective amulet or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attributes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brass bells measure approximately 23 millimeters (measured without eyelet). They \u003cspan\u003ecome to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863924134219,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_101022_Instagram.jpg?v=1693472212"},{"product_id":"bell-with-frog-and-shou-36-millimeter","title":"Bell with frog and shou 36 millimeter","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn both sides of this bell the image of a frog can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince the frog seemingly disappears into the mud on the riverbottom each winter and then comes back to life only when spring has arrived, in its symbolism it's often associated with the Lower World. It is seen as a guide and faithful companion to these places, saving you from making wrong choices and giving protection by expelling evil forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn the forehead of the frog there's a depiction of the Shou-symbol, a traditional Asian symbol representing longevity; a long, vital, happy and healthy life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse these bells as separate protective amulets or sew them on your ritual costume or attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese brass bells measure approximately 36 millimeters (measured without eyelet). They\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/span\u003e They are sold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46863934259531,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_101043_Instagram.jpg?v=1693472506"},{"product_id":"shamanic-cone-shape-bells","title":"Shamanic cone-shape bells, iron","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBells are used for spiritual and ritual purposes all over the world, especially on the Eurasian continent. Also when visiting a traditional shaman, they are not to be missed. They are everywhere. On the costume, on the drum, on the altar, on attributes and spirit dolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBells in shamanism serve multiple purposes. Their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields, they call in the ancestors and helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. They can be seen as complete spirithouses themself, or for that purpose been sewn on ritual costumes, attributes and spiritdolls. Their sounds are the voices of the spirits inhabiting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are made in 'cone'-shape. Three cones are hung together on a ring, giving a loud jingling sound when rattling against each other. This very traditional shamanic style of bells has many names, depending on the region, such as; \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHamhinuur, Shanginur, Shomshorgo or Holbogo. Bells like these can be a part of the shamanic costume, but can also be an active part of the altar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are made from iron and have a total length of approximately 97 millimeters (measured with the metal ring). They come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are sold per piece, which in this case means; one ring with three cones attached to it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46909870571851,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20230921_210405.png?v=1695381557"},{"product_id":"tingsha-bells-large","title":"Tingsha bells, B-quality, 12 centimeters","description":"\u003cp\u003eTingsha's are a special type of small handheld cymbals, originating from Buddhist and Hinduistic traditions. The word 'tingsha' comes from Tibetan language and can be translated roughly as 'hanging cymbals'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNowadays the tingsha's have found their way into lots of spiritual practices. Also in the modern western world, where their sounds are for example very well known to mark the beginning or end of meditational and mindfullness practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in traditional shamanism tingsha's are often used. When the two cymbals hit each other, they produce a high-pitch sound. The vibrations of this sound are for example used to harmonize, clear and stabilize the energy in a room or within a person's energyfield. The sound can also be used in a more diagnostic way; to check the vibrations, energies or spirits in the energyfield of a room or person. Or simply to mark the beginning or end of your personal daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tingsha's are a simple pair made from brass, tied together with a red satin cord. They have a diameter of 12 centimeters (per cymbal) and come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; the sound and vibrations of these tingsha's aren't especially high quality. But they can be a nice pair to start working with, to figure out if working with tingsha's will suit your personal practice. For that reason, the price of these tingsha's is kept reasonably low.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46937902514507,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20230925_095832.png?v=1695637724"},{"product_id":"antique-bronze-altar-bell-with-garuda","title":"Antique bronze altar bell with garuda","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmaller sized altar bells such as these are often called 'puja' bells. In Hinduism they are used during the (daily) puja rituals, that can take place both as community ceremonies in temples as in smaller family or individual settings at the home altar. They are intimate moments of personal worship and connection to the gods and spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bell is rang to start and end the ritual, or even continuously during the ritual. Traditionally they are held in the left hand, while the right hand places the offerings on the altar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course this beautiful old bell can be used for all kinds of different personal (daily) rituals and ceremonies. The use of bells has a very old tradition in all kinds of (spiritual) traditions, also in traditional shamanism. The sound and vibrations of the bell are for example used to mark the beginning and end of a ritual by 'stirring up' old, stuck energies, drive out the heavy spirits and call in the helpful ones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is an antique bronze one from India. The exact age is very hard to tell, but looking at its appearance, beautiful patina and wear and tear, there is no doubt that it is of very respectable age. On the handle there is a depiction of Garuda, the part man - part eagle Hindu God whose image has spread all over Asian territories and (spiritual\/religious) traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell weighs 140 grams and is 13 centimeters high. It is made from bronze and has an iron clapper inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47116841681227,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20231120_112437.png?v=1700477708"},{"product_id":"tiger-bells-18-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 18 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 18 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47430531187019,"sku":"","price":0.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240318_095538.png?v=1710752370"},{"product_id":"altar-bell-with-dorje-1","title":"Vintage altar bell Tibetan Buddhist style #2","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style where a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. The bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis bell is more minimalist in decoration than some of the other Tibetan Buddhist altar bells in our shop. On the bell a row of eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas and the face on the handle is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. Above her face, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is common, the bell is made of a traditional metal alloy (containing different metals like cadmium, lead, copper, zinc, nickel, chromium and manganese) in very specific relative proportions, giving it a distinct sound and vibration. These sounds are considered 'auspicious sounds' and are related to the sound 'Aum', \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003ethe all encompassing cosmic vibration of the universe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize; approximately 20 centimeters high and  279 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is from vintage origin and might have some little damages and imperfections that come with age and usage. But over all this is a good quality bell, in good condition and with a good sound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47463237419339,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240301_222405.png?v=1709472320"},{"product_id":"nepalese-shaman-bells","title":"Vintage Nepalese yak bells","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld metal yak bells from Nepal, in a simple, handmade, traditional design. Bells like these are hung around the necks of the cattle for practical purposes; to help the herder locate the animals and alert passers-by on their presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with many other different types of bells, these ones can be used in your personal ritual and ceremonial practices. But of course they can also be used as unique wind chimes or just as a nice addition to your altar or practice space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; these bells are all original and old. They are the 'real deal'; made for purely practical purposes and used as such for decades by Nepalese yak herders. Therefore they may not be as beautiful and decorative as some of the modern replica's you may find in nowadays spiritual shops. But isn't that exactly what makes these bells all the more charming?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bells are hung on a fabric (yak neck) strap, lined with brocade. The two bigger ones have a clapper made of yak horn, the smallest one has a clapper made of an iron nail (see detail pictures). Here are some more details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* small, blue brocade; 134 grams, iron clapper, 10 centimeters long (including eyelet), 8 centimeters long (without eyelet), 7,5 centimeters diameter\u003cbr\u003e* big, blue brocade; 294 gr, horn clapper, 16 centimeters long (including eyelet), 13 centimeters long (without eyelet), 10,5 centimeters diameter\u003cbr\u003e* big, yellow brocade; 366 gr, horn clapper, 15,5 centimeters long (including eyelet), 12 centimeters long (without eyelet), 10 centimeters diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bells are sold per piece. You can pick your favorite one via the selection-menu (as long as available of course).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Small with blue brocade","offer_id":47463290306891,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Big with blue brocade","offer_id":47463290339659,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Big with yellow brocade","offer_id":47463290372427,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20240301_161824.jpg?v=1709474269"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-22-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 22 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 22 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47526569673035,"sku":"","price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240318_095600.png?v=1710752491"},{"product_id":"antique-bell-with-bull-58-millimeter","title":"Antique bell with bull 58 millimeter","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese beautiful, antique bells were taken from an old belt from a Mongolian shaman. They feature \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea very detailed, high relief depiction of a fierce bull on both sides. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe symbolism of the bull holds slightly different meanings in different traditions, but overall it can be said they are seen as very strong protectors and guardians against demons, evil spirits and other negative influences. They are highly regarded as being strong, stable animals, showing great stamina and the power to defend their territory if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are quite big and heavy. They can be used as ritual attributes in itself, be used as protective amulets or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attributes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells have a diameter of approximately 58 millimeters (measured without the eyelet). They weigh between 130 - 140 grams each. They are made of bronze, which has been covered with a beautiful dark patina over time. Due to their age and previous usage, of course some little 'imperfections' might be there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567119057227,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_130211.png?v=1711541790"},{"product_id":"antique-bell-with-chinese-character-60-millimeter","title":"Antique bell with Chinese character 60 millimeter","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese beautiful, antique bells were taken from an old belt from a Mongolian shaman. On both sides of these bells a Chinese character can be seen. The exact meaning of this character is unfortunately unknown to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are quite big and heavy. They can be used as ritual attributes in itself, be used as protective amulets or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attributes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese bells are approximately 60 millimeters long (measured without the eyelet) end 48 millimeters wide.They weigh between 80 - 90 grams each. They are made of bronze, which has been covered with a beautiful dark patina over time. Due to their age and previous usage, of course some little 'imperfections' might be there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567238299979,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_130405.png?v=1711543312"},{"product_id":"altar-bell-with-dorje-3","title":"Altar bell Tibetan Buddhist style #3","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style and is very rich is symbolism. In Tibetan Buddhist practice, a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe hollow of the bell represents the emptiness from which all phenomena arise, the clapper represents form. The sound they create together radiates forth from the void, lingers for a while, and then disappears back into emptiness again. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eClose to the rim, a ring of dorjes can be seen; an indestructible circle of protection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAbove this protective border, approximately half way the bell, a depiction of Makaras holding loops of jeweled pendants in between more dorje symbols can be seen. The jeweled pendants symbolize the decoration of the heavenly palace and the dorje’s in this area represent the eight charnel grounds of the mandala. In between the Makaras, eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAnd at the top of the bell, yet another row of dorjes symbolizes the inner walls and inner protection circle of the mandala.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAlso the handle of the bell is filled with symbolism; the face is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. The shapes in the stem below her represent the earth and a vase of treasures. Above the face of the Mother, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAs is common, the bell itself is made of a traditional metal alloy (containing different metals like cadmium, lead, copper, zinc, nickel, chromium and manganese) in very specific relative proportions, giving it a distinct sound and vibration. These sounds are considered 'auspicious sounds' and are related to the sound 'Aum', \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003ethe all encompassing cosmic vibration of the universe. The decorations on the bell are very nicely detailed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe handle is made of bronze. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis bell has a beautiful, melodious sound. It is approximately 18 centimeters high and weighs approximately 476 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567647080779,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_151023.png?v=1711549324"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-iron-yak-bell","title":"Antique Nepalese iron yak bell","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld iron yak bell from Nepal, in a simple, handmade, traditional design. Bells like these are hung around the necks of the cattle for practical purposes; to help the herder locate the animals and alert passers-by on their presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with many other different types of bells, this bell can be used in your personal ritual and ceremonial practices. But of course it can also be used as a unique wind chime or just as a nice addition to your altar or practice space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; this bell is original and old. It is made somewhere in the early 20th century. It is the 'real deal'; made for purely practical purposes and used as such for decades by Nepalese yak herders. Therefore it may not be as beautiful and decorative as some of the modern replica's you may find in nowadays spiritual shops. But isn't that exactly what makes it all the more charming?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is approximately 7 centimeters high (without the eyelet) or 8 centimeters high (including the eyelet) and has a diameter of 6 centimeters. It weighs \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e117 gr.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47657136324939,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240411_171712.png?v=1713088355"},{"product_id":"altar-bell-with-dorje-5","title":"Altar bell Tibetan Buddhist style #5","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style and is very rich is symbolism. In Tibetan Buddhist practice, a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe hollow of the bell represents the emptiness from which all phenomena arise, the clapper represents form. The sound they create together radiates forth from the void, lingers for a while, and then disappears back into emptiness again. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eClose to the rim, a ring of dorjes can be seen; an indestructible circle of protection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAbove this protective border, approximately half way the bell, a depiction of Makaras holding loops of jeweled pendants in between more dorje symbols can be seen. The jeweled pendants symbolize the decoration of the heavenly palace and the dorje’s in this area represent the eight charnel grounds of the mandala. In between the Makaras, eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnd at the top of the bell, yet another row of dorjes symbolizes the inner walls and inner protection circle of the mandala.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAlso the handle of the bell is filled with symbolism; the face is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. The shapes in the stem below her represent the earth and a vase of treasures. Above the face of the Mother, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAs is common, the bell itself is made of a traditional metal alloy (containing different metals like cadmium, lead, copper, zinc, nickel, chromium and manganese) in very specific relative proportions, giving it a distinct sound and vibration. These sounds are considered 'auspicious sounds' and are related to the sound 'Aum', \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003ethe all encompassing cosmic vibration of the universe. The decorations on the bell are very nicely detailed. The handle is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e made of bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis bell has a beautiful, melodious sound. It is approximately 18 centimeters high and weighs approximately 489 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49936489709899,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240625-150921.png?v=1719321552"},{"product_id":"altar-bell-with-dorje-6","title":"Altar bell Tibetan Buddhist style #6","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style and is very rich is symbolism. In Tibetan Buddhist practice, a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe hollow of the bell represents the emptiness from which all phenomena arise, the clapper represents form. The sound they create together radiates forth from the void, lingers for a while, and then disappears back into emptiness again. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eClose to the rim, a ring of dorjes can be seen; an indestructible circle of protection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAbove this protective border, approximately half way the bell, a depiction of Makaras holding loops of jeweled pendants in between more dorje symbols can be seen. The jeweled pendants symbolize the decoration of the heavenly palace and the dorje’s in this area represent the eight charnel grounds of the mandala. In between the Makaras, eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAnd at the top of the bell, yet another row of dorjes symbolizes the inner walls and inner protection circle of the mandala.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAlso the handle of the bell is filled with symbolism; the face is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. The shapes in the stem below her represent the earth and a vase of treasures. Above the face of the Mother, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAs is common, the bell itself is made of a traditional metal alloy (containing different metals like cadmium, lead, copper, zinc, nickel, chromium and manganese) in very specific relative proportions, giving it a distinct sound and vibration. These sounds are considered 'auspicious sounds' and are related to the sound 'Aum', \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003ethe all encompassing cosmic vibration of the universe. The decorations on the bell are very nicely detailed. The handle is made of bronze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell has a beautiful, melodious sound. It is approximately 18 centimeters high and weighs approximately 454 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49936512647499,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240625-151050.png?v=1719321692"},{"product_id":"altar-bell-with-dorje-7","title":"Vintage altar bell Tibetan Buddhist style #7","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style where a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. The bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis bell is more minimalist in decoration than some of the other Tibetan Buddhist altar bells in our shop. On the bell a row of eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas and the face on the handle is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. Above her face, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is made of brass. It is approximately 20 centimeters high and weighs 326 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is from vintage origin and might have some little damages and imperfections that come with age and usage. But over all this is a good quality bell, in very good condition and with a good sound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49936549118283,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240625-153350.png?v=1719322532"},{"product_id":"tingsha-bells-double-dragon","title":"Tingsha bells Double Dragon, silver color","description":"\u003cp\u003eTingsha's are a special type of small handheld cymbals, originating from Buddhist and Hinduistic traditions. The word 'tingsha' comes from Tibetan language and can be translated roughly as 'hanging cymbals'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNowadays the tingsha's have found their way into lots of spiritual practices. Also in the modern western world, where their sounds are for example very well known to mark the beginning or end of meditational and mindfullness practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in traditional shamanism tingsha's are often used. When the two cymbals hit each other, they produce a high-pitch sound. The vibrations of this sound are for example used to harmonize, clear and stabilize the energy in a room or within a person's energyfield. The sound can also be used in a more diagnostic way; to check the vibrations, energies or spirits in the energyfield of a room or person. Or simply to mark the beginning or end of your personal daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tingsha's are made from silver colored brass, tied together with a yak leather cord. They have a diameter of 66 millimeters (per cymbal) and weigh approximately 250 grams (total weight, per set of 2 cymbal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are recently made tingsha's with a good sound and vibration. They are decorated with a depiction of a double dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; on most of the pictures the color of these tingsha's looks kinda gold\/brass colored, but these are silver colored. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sets available, we will handpick one at random for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49936907927883,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240625-164547.png?v=1719326980"},{"product_id":"tingsha-bells-double-dragon-1","title":"Tingsha bells Double Dragon, brass color","description":"\u003cp\u003eTingsha's are a special type of small handheld cymbals, originating from Buddhist and Hinduistic traditions. The word 'tingsha' comes from Tibetan language and can be translated roughly as 'hanging cymbals'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNowadays the tingsha's have found their way into lots of spiritual practices. Also in the modern western world, where their sounds are for example very well known to mark the beginning or end of meditational and mindfullness practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in traditional shamanism tingsha's are often used. When the two cymbals hit each other, they produce a high-pitch sound. The vibrations of this sound are for example used to harmonize, clear and stabilize the energy in a room or within a person's energyfield. The sound can also be used in a more diagnostic way; to check the vibrations, energies or spirits in the energyfield of a room or person. Or simply to mark the beginning or end of your personal daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tingsha's are made from brass, tied together with a yak leather cord. They have a diameter of 64 millimeters (per cymbal) and weigh approximately 190 grams (total weight, per set of 2 cymbal). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are recently made thingsha's with a nice depiction of a double dragon. Please note: the sound and vibration are quite okay, but not completely perfect. When you listen closely, a bit of tremors can be heard in the sound. Therefore the price for this set is a little bit lower. But can of course still be a nice set to start practicing with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one set available. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49936938402123,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240625-165114.png?v=1719327352"},{"product_id":"tingsha-bells-with-box","title":"Vintage tingsha bells \"Om Mani Padme Hum\", with storage case","description":"\u003cp\u003eTingsha's are a special type of small handheld cymbals, originating from Buddhist and Hinduistic traditions. The word 'tingsha' comes from Tibetan language and can be translated roughly as 'hanging cymbals'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNowadays the tingsha's have found their way into lots of spiritual practices. Also in the modern western world, where their sounds are for example very well known to mark the beginning or end of meditational and mindfullness practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in traditional shamanism tingsha's are often used. When the two cymbals hit each other, they produce a high-pitch sound. The vibrations of this sound are for example used to harmonize, clear and stabilize the energy in a room or within a person's energyfield. The sound can also be used in a more diagnostic way; to check the vibrations, energies or spirits in the energyfield of a room or person. Or simply to mark the beginning or end of your personal daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set comes from vintage origin. It has quite some years of age and usage to it already, which of course means there might be some little scratches and minor damages on them by now. But overall, t\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehese tingsha's are in very good condition; they are made from a good quality metal alloy and have a very nice, warm, melodious and harmonious sound. They are decorated with the symbols for the well-known mantra 'Om Mani Padme Hum', \u003c\/span\u003ethe most recited mantra in Tibetan Buddhism, which invokes the boddhisattva \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvalokiteshvara and calls upon the Jewel ('Mani') in the Lotus Flower (\"Padme'); the Buddha nature that is the true core essence of all people.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cymbal has a diameter of 68 millimeters. Together they weigh 233 grams. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe cymbals are tied together with a yak leather cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tingsha set comes with its own storage case. This case is made from red copper and adorned with brass decorations of the Tibetan Buddhist Eight Auspicious Symbols. The storage case has an outside diameter of 85 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one set available. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49936981983563,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240625-170703.png?v=1719328142"},{"product_id":"tingsha-bells-with-buddhist-symbols","title":"Vintage tingsha bells Buddhist Symbols","description":"\u003cp\u003eTingsha's are a special type of small handheld cymbals, originating from Buddhist and Hinduistic traditions. The word 'tingsha' comes from Tibetan language and can be translated roughly as 'hanging cymbals'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNowadays the tingsha's have found their way into lots of spiritual practices. Also in the modern western world, where their sounds are for example very well known to mark the beginning or end of meditational and mindfullness practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in traditional shamanism tingsha's are often used. When the two cymbals hit each other, they produce a high-pitch sound. The vibrations of this sound are for example used to harmonize, clear and stabilize the energy in a room or within a person's energyfield. The sound can also be used in a more diagnostic way; to check the vibrations, energies or spirits in the energyfield of a room or person. Or simply to mark the beginning or end of your personal daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set comes from vintage origin. It has quite some years of age and usage to it already, which of course means there might be some little scratches and minor damages on them by now. But overall, t\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehese tingsha's are in very good condition; they are made from a good quality metal alloy and have a very nice, warm, melodious and harmonious sound. They are decorated with important buddhist symbols.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe cymbals are tied together with a yak leather cord, buth this cord is not in very good condition anymore, so it might be a good idea to tie them on a new cord or beautiful colored braid. Think about doing this in a ritual way; this can be a great way to welcome them into your home and consecrate them to your spiritual practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cymbal has a diameter of 70 millimeters. Together they weigh 328 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one set available. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49941733114187,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240626-135812.png?v=1719403322"},{"product_id":"jingle-cones-cone-bells","title":"Shamanic cone-shape bells, brass","description":"\u003cp\u003eBells are used for spiritual and ritual purposes all over the world, especially on the Eurasian continent. Also when visiting a traditional shaman, they are not to be missed. They are everywhere. On the costume, on the drum, on the altar, on attributes and spirit dolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBells in shamanism serve multiple purposes. Their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields, they call in the ancestors and helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. They can be seen as complete spirithouses themself, or for that purpose been sewn on ritual costumes, attributes and spiritdolls. Their sounds are the voices of the spirits inhabiting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese bells are made in 'cone'-shape. Three cones are hung together on a ring, giving a loud jingling sound when rattling against each other. This very traditional shamanic style of bells has many names, depending on the region, such as; \u003cspan\u003eHamhinuur, Shanginur, Shomshorgo or Holbogo. Bells like these can be a part of the shamanic costume, but can also be an active part of the altar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese bells are made from brass and have a total length of approximately 97 millimeters (measured with the metal ring). They come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese bells are sold per piece, which in this case means; one ring with three cones attached to it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50153157034315,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240805-171434.png?v=1722878893"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-35-millimeters","title":"Tigerbells 35 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 35 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50358589456715,"sku":"","price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240910-095512.png?v=1725955119"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-14-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 14 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 14 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50358633595211,"sku":"","price":0.59,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240910-100114.png?v=1725955521"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-51-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 51 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 51 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50358811099467,"sku":"","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240910-104347.png?v=1725958340"},{"product_id":"tigerbells-53-millimeter","title":"Tigerbells 53 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTigerbells are a very specific type of crotal- or pellet bell, with a widespread use in traditional shamanism all over (especially) Northeast Asia and the Himalayas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThey originate approximately 1400 years ago in China, from where they found their way further with the (silk route) trading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA tigerbell gets its name from the depiction of the tiger’s head on it. Traditionally this depiction is very specific in its characteristics, one of which if for example the Chinese character “Wang” on the forehead of the tiger. ‘Wang’ can be translated as ‘royal’ or ‘prince’. In China, the (Amur)tiger is considered a royal animal and as such the Wang character is depicted on all kinds of images of the tiger; from statues and paintings to children’s toys and stuffed animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAnother important association for the tiger is that with the concept of protection. This is due to the phonetic similarity for the Chinese word for ‘tiger’ and that for ‘protection’; both of which sound like ‘hoo’. Because of this link, the depiction of the tiger appears on all kinds of protective amulets and attributes. From warrior shields, horse harnesses and large house amulets to smaller personal amulets; tigerbells. A well-known use all over Asia is for example in the traditional protective anklets for children, consisting of a small tigerbell on a braided red cotton cord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFrom the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century onwards, the tigerbell found its way in traditional shamanism in (at first) Northeast China and Siberia. It quickly became the bell of choice for the shamans, even up to such a huge extent, that from this time on the field of shamanism is considered to be the most extensive area of usage for the tigerbell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAfter being forbidden for a while in communist times (when everything associated with shamanism was considered dangerous and therefore illegal, hence also the tigerbell), it is now being mass-produced again in many different area’s, which of course sometimes has its effects on its traditional appearance. It is nowadays still considered the bell of choice in traditional shamanism, where it is used on ritual clothing, attributes, amulets and spirit dolls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHere at SeaWolf Shop we offer you tigerbells in many different sizes. The ones here on display are recently made brass ones with a diameter of 53 millimeters (measured the width). They are sold per piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50358815588683,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240910-105432.png?v=1725958491"},{"product_id":"bell-with-frog-and-shou-28-millimeter","title":"Bell with frog and shou 27 millimeter","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn both sides of this bell the image of a frog can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the frog seemingly disappears into the mud on the riverbottom each winter and then comes back to life only when spring has arrived, in its symbolism it's often associated with the Lower World. It is seen as a guide and faithful companion to these places, saving you from making wrong choices and giving protection by expelling evil forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the forehead of the frog there's a depiction of the Shou-symbol, a traditional Asian symbol representing longevity; a long, vital, happy and healthy life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these bells as separate protective amulets or sew them on your ritual costume or attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brass bells measure approximately 27 millimeters (measured without eyelet). They come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar. They are sold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50358834790731,"sku":"","price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240910-110008.png?v=1725958901"},{"product_id":"bell-with-guardian-20-millimeter","title":"Bell with guardian 18 millimeter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOn both sides of this bell there's a detailed, high relief depiction of a very fierce, forceful being. A wrathful spirit. In Himalayan regions, images of freightening faces of wrathful spirits and deities can be found everywhere, from bigger sized architectural ornaments or wooden masks to smaller sized pendants or bells to use as personal amulets \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn both (Tibetan) Buddhism and (Shaivist) Hinduism, they often represent the images of the fierce, wrathful aspects or forms of buddha's, bodhisattva's, deva's and deities (beings that have thus both a peaceful, friendly appearance and a forceful, horrifying form). In Tibetan Buddhism they can also be the images of dharmapala's; spirits and gods originating in the Tibetan pre-buddhist indigenous Bon-tradition, that are said to be 'tamed' by Padmasambhava in the 8th century CE and then sworn an oath to protect the buddhist dharma ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe wrathful deities are portrait as terrifying, demonic-looking beings, often further adorned with gruesome ritual attributes and symbolic decorations such as (human) bones and skulls and other items associated with the charnel grounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut as terrifying as they might appear, they actually are often driven by compassion. They are very strong and powerful protectors and guides for those on the path to enlightenment, embodying the power and force needed to go forward and overcome and transform all obstacles on the way. They fight against all kinds of demons and evil and in Tibetan Buddhism especially against the enemies of Buddhism. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBut not always are these freightening faces specifically to be associated with the wrathful aspect of an identifiable deity. They can also be more ‘random’, general, anonymous wrathful faces working from the age old adage of “scaring away evil forces with an even more terrifying and forceful one”. And because the depictions of these more general wrathful spirits are of course not bound to the restrictions of the iconography of a certain specific deity, their depictions often consist of the most gruesome details their artist could come up with; the most demonic facial expressions combined with sharp teeth, a devilish pair of horns, skull ornaments etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eImages from wrathful deities and spirits have also found their way into some classical shamanic lineages, such as the lineage of Spirit of Wolf. Here they are also associated with Erlik Han, Lord of the Underworld, and as such mostly used by black shamans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis bell can be used as a separate protective amulet or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attributes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is made from brass and measures approximately 18 millimeters (measured without eyelet). It comes to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50358858088779,"sku":"","price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240910-110300.png?v=1725959332"},{"product_id":"altar-bell-with-dorje-8","title":"Vintage altar bell Tibetan Buddhist style #8","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style where a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. The bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis bell is more minimalist in decoration than some of the other Tibetan Buddhist altar bells in our shop. On the bell a row of eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas and the face on the handle is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. Above her face, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is made of bronze. It is approximately 20 centimeters high and weighs 342 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is from vintage origin and might have some little damages and imperfections that come with age and usage. But over all this is a good quality bell, in very good condition and with a good sound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50367435243851,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240911-105543.png?v=1726045263"},{"product_id":"altar-bell-with-dorje-9","title":"Vintage altar bell Tibetan Buddhist style #9, B-quality","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style and is very rich is symbolism. In Tibetan Buddhist practice, a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe hollow of the bell represents the emptiness from which all phenomena arise, the clapper represents form. The sound they create together radiates forth from the void, lingers for a while, and then disappears back into emptiness again. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eClose to the rim, a ring of dorjes can be seen; an indestructible circle of protection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAbove this protective border, approximately half way the bell, a depiction of Makaras holding loops of jeweled pendants in between more dorje symbols can be seen. The jeweled pendants symbolize the decoration of the heavenly palace and the dorje’s in this area represent the eight charnel grounds of the mandala. In between the Makaras, eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAnd at the top of the bell, yet another row of dorjes symbolizes the inner walls and inner protection circle of the mandala.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAlso the handle of the bell is filled with symbolism; the face is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. The shapes in the stem below her represent the earth and a vase of treasures. Above the face of the Mother, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAs is common, the bell itself is made of a traditional metal alloy (containing different metals like cadmium, lead, copper, zinc, nickel, chromium and manganese) in very specific relative proportions, giving it a distinct sound and vibration. These sounds are considered 'auspicious sounds' and are related to the sound 'Aum', \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003ethe all encompassing cosmic vibration of the universe. The handle is made of bronze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes; approximately 16 centimeters high and 270 grams. It is a vintage one, with the traces that come with age and previous usage, but overall in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs can be seen on the detail pictures, the original hanging from the clapper (what should have been some sort of metal eyelet\/hook) has gone missing over time and has been replaced with a simple piece of cord. The clapper itself is still the original one. Because the clapper is now hanging not in the exact position where it should be, the sound and vibration of the bell is a bit off. But of course, this can easily be fixed by making a new, stable metal eyelet to fix the clapper in the right position again. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of this, this bell is labelled and prized as B-quality. But with a little time and effort it can be a great ritual attribute again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50367486034251,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240911-110350.png?v=1726045631"},{"product_id":"table-bell-altar-bell-with-harp","title":"Vintage Dutch table bell \/ altar bell with harp","description":"\u003cp\u003eBells are used for spiritual and ritual purposes all over the world, especially on the Eurasian continent. Also when visiting a traditional shaman, they are not to be missed. They are everywhere. On the costume, on the drum, on the altar, on attributes and spirit dolls.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand-held bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and\/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is of Dutch manufacture and is originally a table bell; a bell used to let the servants know their assistance was needed at the dinner table. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell seems to be made from two slightly different kinds of metal; the bell is made from a light, almost silvery colored metal alloy (with metal traces in a specific ratio to create a good sound) and the handle from a more yellow\/gold-ish brass. It has a beautiful clear and vibrant sound. Being a vintage item, there might of course be some minor damages and imperfections that come with age and previous usage, but overall it is in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 15 centimeters high and 322 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50367536988491,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240911-111116.png?v=1726046263"},{"product_id":"tibetan-buddhist-bell-and-dorje-set","title":"Vintage Tibetan Buddhist bell and dorje set","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen looking at depictions of Tibetan Buddhist deities, there are often ritual attributes to be seen in their hands, ranging from one or two, to many at the same time (depending on the number of arms the deity is displaying). Overall it can be said that the attributes held in the left hand(s) are related to the (feminine) principles of wisdom and the realization of the emptiness of all phenomena and the items held in the right hand(s) are related to the (masculine) principles of skillfull means and compassion-in-action. The combination of both principles as shown by the items in the left and right hands, is an inseparable one on the path to enlightenment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of such items from the iconography of the buddhist deities, can also be implemented in one's own spiritual practices. A common pair of ritual attributes found in Tibetan Buddhist practice is that of the bell and dorje.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used together, the bell is held in the left hand and the dorje in the right hand. The bell thus symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, or in this case more specifically; the sound of the bell echoes the sound of Emptiness or Shunyata. The dorje represents the masculine principle of active compassion. Wisdom and compassion, emptiness and form - they are inseparable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen not in use, the bell and dorje can be placed either on the altar (very close to each other, or even better; touching each other, symbolizing that the principles they represent should always be in union, not only during practice) or out of sight in their storage pouches (from the, maybe somewhat old-school, traditional idea that the tantric practices which they are part of, are to be kept secret for casual passing-by outsiders).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis bell \u0026amp; dorje set has been made in Tibet and is from vintage origin. The bronze of which both items are made shows some signs of its age and previous usage (most noteable of which is that it could do with some good dusting and cleaning), but overall in good condition and ready for its new job.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe bell is 17 centimeters high and weighs 353 grams. It has a very good sound with a long-lasting vibration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe accompanying dorje has been made of brass and has a length of 12 centimeters and a weight of 148 grams. The set comes with its original brocade pouches. When stored in the pouches, the one with the dorje should traditionally be attached to the one holding the bell, because of the symbolic inseparability of the two.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOnly one set available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSome extra info on the design of the bell\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis altar bell has been made in a common Tibetan Buddhist style and is very rich is symbolism. In Tibetan Buddhist practice, a bell such as this is called ‘ghanta’ and commonly forms a pair with a dorje. In that combination, the bell should be held in the left hand and symbolizes the feminine principle of wisdom, as personified by the Great Mother goddess Prajnaparamita. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe bell as a whole, with all the traditional depictions on it, can be seen as the mandala of Prajnaparamita:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe hollow of the bell represents the emptiness from which all phenomena arise, the clapper represents form. The sound they create together radiates forth from the void, lingers for a while, and then disappears back into emptiness again. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eClose to the rim, a ring of dorjes can be seen; an indestructible circle of protection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAbove this protective border, approximately half way the bell, a depiction of Makaras holding loops of jeweled pendants in between more dorje symbols can be seen. The jeweled pendants symbolize the decoration of the heavenly palace and the dorje’s in this area represent the eight charnel grounds of the mandala. In between the Makaras, eight lotus petals represent the Eight Bodhisattvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAnd at the top of the bell, yet another row of dorjes symbolizes the inner walls and inner protection circle of the mandala.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAlso the handle of the bell is filled with symbolism; the face is that of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita. The shapes in the stem below her represent the earth and a vase of treasures. Above the face of the Mother, a lotus pedestal forms the base for the crown of a five-pronged dorje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSome extra info on the design on the dorje\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eOne of the symbols most common in the iconography of Tibetan Buddhism, is without a doubt the dorje or vajra. It can be seen in the hands of numerous buddhist deities on paintings and in statues, as a symbol on all kinds of ceremonial or household attributes and of course as a ritual attribute on the altar of both professional and lay buddhist practitioners. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe Tibetan word ‘dorje’ consists of two parts; ‘do’ which means ‘stone’ and ‘rje’ which translates as ‘noble’, ‘prince’ or ‘lord’. Overall it can thus be translated as ‘noble stone’ or ‘Lord of the Stones’. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe Sanskrit word for it is ‘vajra’, which translates both as 'lightning bolt' and as 'diamond'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eIn Tibetan Buddhist practice, the dorje commonly forms a ritual pair with the bell (‘ghanta’). In this combination, the dorje is traditionally held in the right hand. Items held in the right hand in Tibetan Buddhist practice, symbolize the masculine principle of compassion-in-action; skilful action to accomplish compassionate intents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe dorje is such an active attribute. It has the indestructible properties of a diamond and the force of a thunderbolt. It supports in (to state it quite simple) cutting through the crap of the mind; finding a clear path through the diversions of the 'monkey-mind' and ego-chatter, seeing what's real and what's not. The dorje is said to destroy all kinds of ignorance and in this way helps in gaining true insights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eA dorje can be used both in personal meditative practices as in work with clients or participants. In the latter settings it can for example be used as an instrument to receive, distribute and channel energies or as a space-holding attribute, to support both the practitioner\/shaman and the participants in keeping a clear focus and not getting caught in mental distractions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWhen looking at a dorje, it is filled with symbolism. Starting from the center you see:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eA small sphere or globe; representing the underlying nature of the universe, the sphere of the actual reality of Emptiness. This sphere is said to contain the seed mantra (‘bija’) Hum. Sometimes this syllable is inscribed on this central sphere, sometimes visualized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThree rings surrounding the sphere on each side; symbolizing the three-fold bliss of Buddha nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eTwo lotus flowers consisting of eight petals; they are similar in depiction, but when the dorje is held upright during practice, there is of course one above and one below the central sphere. The lower one is then representing samsara and the upper one is representing nirvana. Or also; the eight petals of the upper flower represent the Eight Bodhisattvas and the eight petals of the lower flower represent their female consorts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eOn top of these lotus-thrones a thin flat slice represent a moon disc, on which the pronges sprout forth, sometimes from the mouth of makara’s, the mythical watermonsters symbolizing fierce activity, sometimes from elongated lotus petals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThere can be variation in how many pronges a dorje has. The most common number, which can also be seen in this dorje, is five (also the central axis is counted as a pronge). There are multiple explanations for the symbolism of the five pronges, but a common one is that of the five male ‘perfections’ (generosity, morality, patience, perseverance and concentration, reflected in the personification of the five Wisdom Buddha’s) on the one side and their five feminine consorts on the other side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe pronges close at the top, their coming together symbolizing the perfection of the method of active compassion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe pronges come together in a tip which is sometimes shaped like a four-faceted jewel, representing Mount Meru as the center and axis of both the outer and inner worlds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50399383159115,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240916-184212.png?v=1726505254"},{"product_id":"antique-bronze-bells-with-frog-30-millimeter","title":"Antique bronze bells with frog 30 millimeter","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn both sides of this bell the high relief image of a frog can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the frog seemingly disappears into the mud on the riverbottom each winter and then comes back to life only when spring has arrived, in its symbolism it's often associated with the Lower World. It is seen as a guide and faithful companion to these places, saving you from making wrong choices and giving protection by expelling evil forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese bronze bells measure approximately 30 millimeters high (measured without eyelet) and 34 millimeters wide. They have quite some years of age to them already; these were made in the early 20th century. Over time they have gotten a beautiful dark aged patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these bells as separate protective amulets or sew them on your ritual costume or attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per piece. Due to their age, there might of course be some small damages or imperfections on them, making each one unique in its appearance. We will handpick one at random for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50421195407691,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240919-163506.png?v=1726756864"},{"product_id":"vintage-tibetan-shang-bell","title":"Vintage Tibetan shang bell #1","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe specific type of Tibetan hand-held bell known as ‘shang’ is a flat bell, similar in appearance to the pair of cymbals that are known as ‘tingsha bells’. Traditionally both the tingsha and the shang bells are made from a consecrated alloy of sacred metals, consisting of mostly bronze and copper, combined with traces of other metals. A shang bell however consists of only one such cymbal, underneath which a clapper (often made of animal horn or hardwood) is hung to produce the sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe shang bell is considered one of the oldest ritual instruments that is nowadays still used in Tibetan practice. It is especially used by Tibetan Bon or Buddhist practitioners, for example during Chöd rituals, where it is paired with a damaru drum and\/or kangling trumpet. When played simultaneously with a damaru, the shang is held in the left hand and the damaru in the right. When only the shang is used, it is traditionally held in the right hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eA shang bell can be used for similar purposes as for example an altar bell or temple bell. Think about ringing it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e at the beginning of a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e ritual, ceremony or healing session to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003einvoke the helpful spirits or deities in. At the same harmonizing and stabilizing the energyfield of the room and\/or the people in it and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003edispelling possible lurking evil spirits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAnother important function of such a bell is that its often very clear, high-pitched sound also influences the practitioner's own state of mind; it helps to clear the mind from all kinds of wandering thoughts and go into a more peaceful, focused and receptive state. And the long-lasting vibrations reach all chakra's, giving them a quick clearance and harmonisation. Thus preparing the practitioner (and his clients) for the upcoming moment of prayer or spiritual practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBy traditional Tibetan practitioners, a shang bell can sometimes even be rung continuously during the whole session or ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhen used in a traditional shamanic practice, a shang bell is considered to be especially connected to the Upperworld, because of its high pitch sound and the traditional way of \u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eboth playing and storing it ‘upside down’, with the clapper facing upwards, to be able to gather the energies from the Upperworld heavens. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis shang bell has a diameter of 11 centimeters. For a handle, \u003c\/span\u003ea 20 centimeters long banner of multi-layered silk brocade with tassels has been used. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis typical style of fabric usage can be found in many different applications in Himalayan regions; varying from smaller sizes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ebeing used as handle for ritual attributes, to much bigger items such as the meters-long \"shambu\" wall decorations or the high \"chukor\" ceiling hangings in temples and monasteries. In all instances it symbolizes a similar meaning; \u003c\/span\u003eThe multi-colored, shiny and elaborate applique banner represents \u003cspan\u003ethe auspicious blessings of the jewels of the dharma being sent forth as multi-colored rainbow light.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe bell has a horn clapper \u003c\/span\u003eand a weight of 227 grams. This bell is from vintage origin and might show some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50445166084427,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20240921-182530.jpg?v=1757942662"},{"product_id":"antique-nepalese-bell-1","title":"Old Nepalese cow bell 42 millimeters","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large bronze bell here in our shop comes from Nepal, where it was originally made with a quite practical purpose; bells like this are hung around the necks of cattle to help the herder locate the animals and alert passers-by on their presence. This bell has been used as such for many years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bell with a unique history and authentic, rustique look and feel, now to be used as a house and voice for your spirits. A large bell such as this one can be used as a separate, protective amulet or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attached to your ritual attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is made of bronze and hand-engraved with local, Nepalese symbolism. It weighs 90 grams and measures 42 millimeters diameter (without the eyelet). 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This bell has been used as such for many years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bell with a unique history and authentic, rustique look and feel, now to be used as a house and voice for your spirits. A large bell such as this one can be used as a separate, protective amulet or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attached to your ritual attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bell is made of bronze and hand-engraved with local, Nepalese symbolism. It weighs 113 grams and measures 45 millimeters diameter (without the eyelet). 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