hi i have just got my self a tibetian prayer wheel can anybody tell me how to use it any help would be good
RE: prayer wheel
Hi
I came across yr question today. In short a tibet prayer wheel is a device that is used to spread spiritual blessing and well being. Inside a prayer wheel is the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum this mantra is repeated many times on a rolled paper or microfilm in some large prayer wheels they can be a million mantra's. ( short meaning: This mantra is used to invokes the spiritual power & blessing of the Buddha of compassion Chenrezig.) Each time you turn a prayer wheel you are purifying your mind and accumlating merits. Just touching a prayer wheel can purify negativity . As all holy dharma objects it should be treated with respect pls don't leave on the ground to be kicked around or chewed by the dog. (but you could help the dog to turn it that way you are helping the dog to purfiy negativity) If it's a small prayer wheel leave it on a coffee table so lots of people pick it up that way you are giving all beings a chance to purify their negativities . Also they say where ever a prayer wheel is that area will become a calm nice area. Hope this info has been helpful. Many happy spins to you. Some good sites to look at for more info are dharma-haven or Lama Yeshe Wisdom Archive