Traditional Handheld Tibetan Buddhist Prayer Wheel with Mantra Inside

Pick it up, give the wheel a gentle flick of the wrist, and it keeps turning on its own. That small, steady rotation is the whole point of a Tibetan prayer wheel, and this one does it well.

This is a traditional handheld Tibetan Buddhist prayer wheel (also called a mani wheel). Inside the spinning cylinder is a tightly rolled scroll printed with the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum, the six-syllable mantra of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of compassion. In Tibetan practice, each turn of the wheel is believed to carry the same merit as reciting the mantra aloud. So the wheel can go on working while your mind is busy, tired, or just wandering.

Ours is made by artisans in Nepal, the same way these have been made for generations. The cylinder is decorated with engraved mantras and auspicious symbols, and it sits on a wooden handle that feels comfortable and balanced in the hand. A small weighted chain swings out as you spin, which keeps the rotation smooth without much effort.

Why people buy it
For a daily meditation habit. Many people keep it on their desk or by their cushion. Spinning it for a few minutes is an easy way to slow down before you start your morning or after a long day.
For anyone learning about Tibetan Buddhism. It's a hands-on introduction to mantra practice, and you don't need any prior experience to use it.

Hold the handle in your right hand and spin the wheel clockwise, the same direction the mantra is written inside. Keep a steady, relaxed pace. Many practitioners silently repeat Om Mani Padme Hum as they turn it, though that's optional. There's no wrong way to start.

Details
Type: Handheld Tibetan Buddhist prayer wheel
Inside: Rolled paper scroll printed with the Om Mani Padme Hum mantra
Design: Engraved mantra and auspicious symbol decoration
Handle: Wood, balanced for easy spinning
Origin: Handcrafted in Nepal
Size and : 8"
weight: 55 grams


Note: Because each wheel is made by hand, small differences in engraving and color are normal. That's part of what makes every piece a little different.

Care
Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Keep it away from water, since the paper scroll inside doesn't like moisture. In Tibetan tradition, a prayer wheel is treated with respect, so it's best kept off the floor and stored somewhere clean.