Om Mani Padme Hum Laser Carved Singing Bowl – Handcrafted in Nepal
Om Mani Padme Hum Laser Carved Singing Bowl – Handcrafted in Nepal
Laser carved singing bowl with Om Mani Padme Hum Tibetan script medallions and gold geometric etching on dark bronze finish — handcrafted in Nepal
Laser carved singing bowl with Om Mani Padme Hum Tibetan script medallions and gold geometric etching on dark bronze finish — handcrafted in Nepal

Om Mani Padme Hum Laser Carved Singing Bowl – Handcrafted in Nepal

Price

€40,95

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Our PHILOSOPHY

"We do not sell bowls. We offer pauses in a frantic world."

Description

Most singing bowls look the same. This one stops you mid-scroll.

The Om Mani Padme Hum Laser Carved Singing Bowl is built the way Himalayan bowls have always been built — struck by hand, hundreds of times, by craftspeople in Nepal who've spent years learning how metal wants to move. The result is a bowl with real depth of tone, the kind that lingers in a room long after the striker lifts.

What makes this bowl distinct is what happens after the hammering. High-definition laser etching lays the Om Mani Padme Hum mantra across the exterior in authentic Tibetan script — each syllable set inside an ornate circular medallion, framed by a band of intricate geometric patterning. The dark bronze finish makes the gold etching glow. It's as much an object to look at as it is to listen to.

Key Features

  • Om Mani Padme Hum mantra in authentic Tibetan script
  • High-definition laser etching — crisp, permanent, spiritually resonant
  • Hand-hammered by master artisans in Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Traditional 7-metal Himalayan alloy for rich, layered tone
  • Deep black-bronze finish with polished gold etched detail
  • Available in 15 cm to 31 cm

Ideal For

  • Meditation and mindfulness practice
  • Sound healing and chakra balancing
  • Nervous system regulation and deep relaxation
  • Yoga, breathwork, and ritual use
  • Space clearing and energy work
  • Spiritual home décor and altar display

What's Included

  • Om Mani Padme Hum Laser Carved Singing Bowl
  • Wooden mallet with suede wrap
  • Blue brocade ring cushion
  • Eco-friendly Aparmita tote bag

How to Use Place the bowl on its cushion. Strike the rim gently with the suede end of the mallet to release the opening tone. Then press the mallet steadily against the outer rim and move in slow, even circles — the sound will build into a sustained, resonant hum. Let it fade naturally. Repeat.

Care Wipe with a soft dry cloth. Avoid metal polishes or abrasive cleaners — they can lift the laser etching. Store on the cushion. Keep away from high humidity.

Handcrafted in Kathmandu, Nepal · Since 2011 Every Aparmita bowl is made by hand, one at a time. No factories. No shortcuts.

Questions & Clarity

What is a Full Moon Singing Bowl?

Imagine a craftsman in Kathmandu, sitting under the open night sky at the peak of the full moon, hammering a bowl into shape while chanting ancient mantras. That's not a marketing story — that's how these bowls have been made for generations. The belief is simple: a bowl forged when the moon is fullest absorbs something of that energy into its metal. Whether you hold that as spiritual truth or beautiful tradition, what you receive is a bowl made with a level of care and intention that you can actually feel when you hold it.

Is the full moon claim authentic?

Honestly? It's a traditional Nepali belief, not a laboratory finding. We won't pretend otherwise. What we can tell you is this — a bowl made slowly, intentionally, during a specific phase of the lunar cycle, by an artisan who has spent decades learning his craft, is a fundamentally different object than something stamped out in a factory. The moon may or may not matter. The human hands absolutely do.

What size should I choose?

Think about where and how you'll use it. If you meditate alone at a desk or travel with your practice, a smaller bowl (10–16 cm) gives you a bright, focused tone that's easy to carry. If you want something for your home — a bowl that fills a room and becomes part of your space — a medium (17–22 cm) is where most people land and rarely regret. If you're a sound therapist or want something that stops a room cold when struck, go large (23 cm+). When in doubt, go one size bigger than you think. You can always play a large bowl softly. You can't make a small bowl fill a hall.

How do I care for my bowl?

Treat it like something worth keeping — because it is. Keep it dry after use. Skip the chemical cleaners entirely. Every few months, give it a gentle wipe with a soft cloth and a touch of natural oil — this keeps the finish alive and the metal happy. Store it on its cushion, away from direct sunlight. That's genuinely all it needs. These bowls are built to outlast us if we just don't neglect them.

Can I request a custom-designed bowl?

Yes — and this is one of the most personal things we offer.

If you have something specific in mind — a mantra you want carved, a symbol that holds meaning for you, a design for a special occasion, or a bowl made as a truly one-of-a-kind gift — we can work with our artisans in Kathmandu to bring it to life.

Every custom order is handcrafted to your request. Because it takes extra time, care, and a dedicated session with our craftsmen, custom designs carry a small additional charge of $50 USD on top of the bowl price.

Here's how it works:

  1. Choose your bowl — pick the size and weight that suits you
  2. Share your vision — a symbol, a mantra, a pattern, or just a feeling you want it to carry
  3. We sketch and confirm — our artisans draft the design and we share it with you before work begins
  4. It's made for you — hammered, carved, and finished by hand in Kathmandu
  5. Ships with your name on it — literally made for no one else

Custom orders typically take 2–3 weeks before shipping.

"Not every bowl needs to be yours. But this one can be."