Dimension : 4.25 x 4 x 4 inches
Material : Acrylic & Metal

This exquisite Eight Auspicious Symbols Prayer Wheel is comprised of a metal cylindrical body, with a clear acrylic outer cover. The cylinder features the Eight Auspicious Symbols. The top of the cover is a gold-plated dharma wheel while the centre has a handle to help keep the wheel turning.

A prayer wheel is a cylindrical wheel on a spindle made from metal, wood, stone, leather or coarse cotton. The Tibetan Prayer Wheel is widely used in Tibet and in places under the influence of Tibetan culture. In Tibet, Prayer Wheels have been made for many centuries in a wide range of sizes and styles – from hand-held and table-top wheels, all the way up to giant eight or twelve foot Prayer Wheels with diameters of five to six feet. Using the wheel is an ancient and spiritual practice. Spinning the prayer wheel is believed to transform bad luck to good luck, bless the environment, spread spiritual blessings, epromote healing, enhance compassion, as well as to help practitioners on their passage to enlightenment.

Traditionally, the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum is written in Sanskrit on the outside of the wheel, but other mantras may be used as well. Also sometimes depicted are Dakinis, Protectors and very often the 8 auspicious symbols. According to the Tibetan tradition based on the lineage texts regarding prayer wheels, spinning such a wheel will have much the same meritorious effect as orally reciting the prayers.

The 8 Auspicious Symbols, also known as Ashtamangala in Sanskrit, is a group of lucky symbols that have appeared in textiles, figurines and paintings. They have become globally accepted as general symbols of good fortune, displayed and worn to attract prosperity and harmony. Each symbol symbolizes an aspect of teaching and when they appear together, their powers are multiplied.

The following are the 8 Auspicious Symbols :

• Parasol/Umbrella – protection
• Double Fish – abundance
• Treasure Vase – completion
• Lotus – good intentions
• Conch Shell – good news
• Mystic Knot – longevity
• Victory Banner – success and winning luck
• Dharma Wheel – sustainability

Display the Eight Auspicious Symbols Prayer Wheel in your home or office and turn its wheel to usher good fortune and attract prosperity and harmony.