Material: Nickel. Aluminum. Alloy

Size: 5cm approx.

Narrative:

Kapala is an important ritual implement in Tibetan Buddhism. It is usually made of human skull and symbolizes impermanence, wisdom and transcendence of worldly attachments. It is widely used in Tantric practice, especially in the initiation ceremonies of the highest yoga tantra.

SYMBOLISM

Kabala represents:

- **Impermanence and Emptiness**: Reminds practitioners that life is short and they should focus on practice and liberation.

- **Perfection of wisdom**: It symbolizes transcending worldly attachments and entering a higher level of wisdom.

- **Offering and Transformation**: In Tantric rituals, the kapalā is used to carry offerings, such as nectar or wine, symbolizing the transformation of worldly materials into sacred offerings.

**How ​​to use**

Kabala is mainly used for:

1. **Initiation Ceremony**: In the Tantric initiation ceremony, the master will use a skull to hold holy water or wine for the practitioner to drink, symbolizing the infusion of wisdom.

2. **Offering Ceremony**: Kapalā is often used to offer to the deity or guardian deity, and is filled with nectar or other offerings to show piety and transformation.

3. **Meditation practice**: Practitioners may use the Kapal as an auxiliary tool for meditation to help them understand impermanence and emptiness.

Kapalā is usually made by lamas who have achieved great spiritual success and is made according to their wishes during their lifetime to ensure the sacredness of the ritual instrument. This ritual instrument has profound cultural and religious significance in Tibetan Buddhism and plays an important role in Tantric practice.

Dharma Instrument: Kapal