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Wooden Fish Block
A wooden fish, also known as a Chinese temple block is a wooden percussion instrument most commonly associated with Mahayana Buddhism. The purpose of the instrument is to help Buddhist, usually, in China, Japan, and Korea, recite sutras by keeping a…
Ibeji Twin Statues
This statue represents one of the two divine twin children, Taiyewo and Kehinde, who are used to revere the god, Ibeji. These divine children are worshipped by the people of Yorubaland that worship the twins since they are capable of influencing…
Jiaobei Blocks or Fortune Blocks
Jiaobei blocks, also known as moon blocks or fortune blocks are divination tools, typically made out of wood or bamboo originating in China. Each block is round on one side and flat on the other resembling a crescent shape. The blocks are used in…
Leaf from Sri Lankan Bodhi Tree in Wooden Box
The Bodhi Tree also is known as Bo or "peepal" tree was large, the sacred fig tree that was located in Bodh Gaya. It is known for being the tree that Siddhartha Gautama, also known as the Buddha sat under to attain enlightenment. The name "Bodhi…
Wooden Seated Hotei with Hands Up
Budai, also known as Hotei, Maitreya, and many other pseudonyms, is a Buddhist god known for his contentment and happiness. Budai is also known for his love of children. Budai is often depicted as what is known as the "laughing Buddha", typically…
Wooden Mask
Vajrayana Buddhist use colorful, dramatic masks in traditional Cham lama dances in order to transform their identities. Vajrayana Buddhist consider the Cham dance a type of mediation as the dancers are well trained to perform the precise ritual.…
Wooden Confucius
Confucius was a Chinese teacher, philosopher, politician, and editor during the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese History. Confucius was the founder of the "Philosophy of Confucius", also known as Confucianism, which emphasizes morality,…
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…
Wooden Statue of Kanaloa
Kanaloa is a Hawaiian Indigenous deity that rules the Underworld and a teacher of magic. Ancient Hawaiin legend states that Kanaloa became the leader of a group of spirits that attempted to rebel against the gods. Kanaloa and his spirits were…
Qur'an Stand or Rehal
A Rehal or Qur'an stand is an X-shaped foldable book rest used to hold the Islamic Holy Book, the Qur'an, during recitation. Muslims believe that the Holy Qur'an should be handled with the deepest respect, therefore a Qur'an stand ensures a clean…