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Bronze Diamond Sceptre (Vajra)
A Vajra meaning "thunderbolt" or "diamond" in Sanskrit is a ritual object symbolically used by dharma traditions such as Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism. The Vajra symbolizes properties of a diamond (indestructibility) and of a thunderbolt…
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Bahubali
Bahubali, also known as Gommateshwara is a revered figure among Jains. Bahubali was the son of Rishabhanatha, who was the first Tirthankara or spiritual teacher of Jainism. According to Jain text, Bahubali meditated for one whole year in a standing…
Bell (Bronze)
Temple bells are common instruments found in Buddhist temples, most often in temples throughout Japan. The purpose of the bells is to summon monks for prayer or announce periods of time. The bells also help aid in meditation and prayer recitations.…
Bronze Krishna with Wooden Flute
Krishna is a major deity in Hinduism who is worshipped as the eighth incarnation of the god, Vishnu. Krishna is known as the god of compassion, tenderness, and his love and piousness to Hinduism. Krishna is usually depicted holding an Indian flute…
Bronze Shiva Nataraja
Nataraja is a depiction of the Hindu god, Shiva as a cosmic ecstatic dancer. Hindus see Shiva Nataraja as the supreme lord of dance as Shiva performs his dance called the Tandavam or Nadanta. The Tandava is described as a vigorous dance that fuels…
Chinese Baoding Balls
Baoding balls are small metal or marble balls known as Chinese exercise, health, meditation or medicine balls. Baoding balls are used by rotating two or more balls in one hand repeatedly while the balls are in constant contact. The purpose of the…
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Chinese Seal and Ink Tin
Seals are commonly used in East and Southeast Asia in lieu of signatures on personal and important documents that signify ownership or authorship. Seals are also often used in Chinese calligraphy and paintings. Owners or collectors of paintings or…
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Glass Virgin Mary
Mary of Nazareth, also known as Virgin Mary is the mother of Jesus of Nazareth according to the New Testament and the Qur'an. In the Roman Catholic Church, the veneration of Mary is encouraged through prayer, poetry, and visual art. Roman Catholics…
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Greek Orthodox Icon of Christ
The Greek Orthodox Church's icons are visual representations of God, saints, and various scenes from the Bible. The tradition of creating Christian images can be traced back to the 3rd century, whereas the iconic Greek Orthodox image can be traced…
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Gun Metal Ganesha
Ganesha, also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka, Pilliyar, and Binayak is one of the most worshipped deities in Hinduism. Ganesha is known as the god of new beginnings, success, remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and science as well as the deva of…