Steeped rich in the traditions of Tibetan mysticism, the resonance of these bowls reaches deep into our psyche, for clearing, focus, and spiritual stimulation. Though specific historical records are absent, the metallurgical techniques necessary for making the bowls existed in Asia as early as 2500 years ago. The bowls have been used in many traditions, though the exact ritual context is often obscure. The use of bells, cymbals and similar instruments in meditative practices is common, and it is probable that the singing bowls were used in a similar manner. Both Buddhism and Hinduism include teachings about the role of sound and vibration in trance and transformation, as do other religions.
Spiritual seekers have used the vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls for centuries, claiming that sound waves balance the body, restore right and left brain function, and heal disease. The singing bowls, which are either struck or rubbed around the rim with a mallet, emit tones that are said to mingle with the body's own natural sound waves and act as an aid in meditation and enlightenment. A highly personal experience, response to the sounds varies from person to person, as they take in the deep, sonorous resonance and higher-pitched, chime-like melodies.
Today, singing bowls are most often used as meditation aids. However, anyone can benefit from the relaxing, soothing effects of the sounds produced. Many people are also mysteriously drawn to the sounds and find them fascinating regardless of any specific spiritual belief or practice connections.
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Be sure to visit our extensive Singing Tibetan Bowl CDs collection by clicking here. We also carry Singing Tibetan Bowl books that will give you the history of the bowls as well as practical information on how to use these ancient healing musical instruments. Click here.
Click here to read an interview with Mitch Nur, Ph.D. an authority on Tibetan bowls and shamanic indigenous sound healing.
Music without words means leaving behind the mind. And leaving behind the mind is meditation.
Meditation returns you to the source. And the source of all is sound. — Kabir
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