Notes: The Ghanta (bell), according to ancient traditions, was made of special five-metal bronze alloy. The knob, beautifully decorated with a five prong thunderbolt and Avalokitesvara's crown. There are beautiful bands of defined dorjes, lotus and cakras on the bell. In between those bands are the "Eight Buddhist Emblems"; the chakra (flaming wheel), conch shell, umbrella, canopy, lotus, vase, endless knot, and a pair of fish. Thick walled bell produces a rich, emanating sound. The matching dorje also with nine prongs. |
