{"product_id":"semi-antique-bird-floral-singing-bowl","title":"Semi-Antique Handmade Singing Bowl – Rhinoceros \u0026 Bird Design","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis hand-hammered singing bowl pairs two powerful symbols of the Himalayan world: the \u003cstrong\u003erhinoceros\u003c\/strong\u003e, for strength and self-reliance, and the \u003cstrong\u003ebird\u003c\/strong\u003e, for freedom and the lifted spirit. It was crafted by the artisans of Yogini Arts in Kathmandu, Nepal, and given a \u003cstrong\u003esemi-antique finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. It has the aged look, warm patina and deep voice of an old-generation bowl, with the soundness of a newly made instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe symbolism: grounded strength and a free spirit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Rhinoceros: strength, stability and walking your own path\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn early Buddhist teaching, the \u003cem\u003eRhinoceros Sutta\u003c\/em\u003e (Khaggavisāṇa Sutta) encourages the seeker to \"wander alone like a rhinoceros.\" It is a call to independence, inner steadiness and a spiritual path that doesn't depend on the approval of others. In Nepal, the one-horned rhinoceros is also a treasured symbol of the land, known for its resilience and quiet power. On a singing bowl, the rhino stands for \u003cstrong\u003egrounding, protection and inner strength\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bird: freedom, lightness and the soul's journey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcross Himalayan and Buddhist traditions, birds represent the \u003cstrong\u003efreed mind\u003c\/strong\u003e, a spirit released from worry and attachment and able to rise above the everyday. They are also seen as messengers between earth and sky, which makes them a symbol of \u003cstrong\u003espiritual connection, hope and new beginnings\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTogether\u003c\/strong\u003e the two images express a balance at the heart of meditation: \u003cstrong\u003erooted like the rhinoceros, free like the bird.\u003c\/strong\u003e The bowl makes a meaningful companion for anyone looking for stability and lightness at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"escyg9\" data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATION:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mtdkzg\" data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi Antique Singing Bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f742jy\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q54vx4\" data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bird \u0026amp; Floral Engraving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1euqt70\" data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi Antique \/ Aged Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2wij7o\" data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"luf4md\" data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nepal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dkgxkd\" data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Himalayan Craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g1sn0t\" data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meditation, Mindfulness, Yoga, Sound Practice, Spiritual Spaces \u0026amp; Home Décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a semi-antique singing bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a newly handmade bowl finished with traditional techniques that give it the appearance and deep character of an aged, old-generation bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the rhinoceros mean on a singing bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt symbolises strength, stability and self-reliance. 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