As many of you know, I adore collecting and using ethnographic components in my jewelry, often from Asia and especially with roots in Buddhism. Many of you ask about the symbols used on these pieces. Called the Eight Auspicious Symbols, they each represent something desirable and meaningful. I don't know for sure if wearing them brings us any of these desired conditions, but I figure it can't hurt.
Parasol - Protection from suffering, obstacles, illness and harmful forces.
Treasure Vase - Symbolizes long life, wealth, prosperity and liberation.
Conch Shell - Awakening from ignorance. Reminds one to work for the benefit of others and oneself.
Victory Banner - Symbolizes the victory over body, speech and the mind of negative energy.
Golden Fishes - Represents happiness, spontaneity, abundance of joy and good fortune.
Lotus - Symbolizes the purity of body, speech and mind.
Endless Knot - To perform endless practice of wisdom and compassion.
Dharma Wheel - To experience the joy of wholesome deeds and liberation.
* Special thanks to my wonderful friend Chhiring Sherpa who has shared this and so much more and who has taught me to make my singing bowl sing!
Silver repousse pendant from Tibet with
(clockwise from top) dharma wheel, conch shell, golden fish and parasol
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