Tibetan Lapis Lazuli Crystal Skull

Tibetan Lapis Lazuli Crystal Skull

Antique Tibetan Esoteric Vajrayana Buddhist Ceremony Skull.

This is not an industrial production created by laser and high-pressure water jet currently manufactured in China. This is an authentic artisanal creation by highly reputable and qualified craftsmen.

This Tibetan crystal skull is made of Lapis lazuli , more precisely from the Sar-Ee-Sang deposit in Afghanistan.
As a gemologist graduated from the National Institute of Gemmology (ING), Paris, France. All our materials are expertly assessed and certified by us.
This Tibetan crystal skull is topped with its bronze crown of fire surmounted by an Ushnisha also in rock crystal.

Ushnisha, also called "Uṣṇīṣa" in Sanskrit, is a Buddhist term for a small cranial protuberance on the top of the head of some representations of the Buddha, particularly in Tibetan and Indian Buddhist art. This protuberance is a symbol of wisdom, spiritual awakening, and higher understanding. It represents the attainment of fullness of knowledge and Buddhahood.

The Ushnisha is often depicted as a small crown or round protuberance that surmounts the Buddha's head in Buddhist iconography. It is one of the thirty-two major signs of the great person (mahapurusha lakshana) of the Buddha, which are special physical attributes associated with a fully enlightened Buddha.

precious stones such as quartz and agates or even lapis lazuli and turquoise 

On either side of the fiery crown of this Tibetan crystal skull are depicted two dragons.
The dragon is considered a symbol of power, strength, and protection. In Vajrayana Buddhism, it represents the power of the vajra (diamond) deities and teachings, which are meant to protect practitioners and guide them on the path to enlightenment.

The dragon is associated with spiritual transformation. It represents the ability to transcend obstacles and to spiritually metamorphose from ignorance to wisdom, from attachment to liberation.

The dragon is also linked to natural elements, such as water and rain.
In Vajrayana Buddhism, water is a purifying element, and the dragon is seen as the guardian of sacred waters.

The dragon also symbolizes the awakened (Buddhist) energy that manifests within us when we practice Vajrayana Buddhism.
This energy is often associated with the power of transformation and the realization of the ultimate nature of reality.

The dragon is considered a guardian of Buddhist teachings. It watches over the preservation and propagation of sacred teachings.

Dimensions of this Tibetan Crystal Skull: 19cm high, 20cm deep, 8cm wide
Weight 3,800kg

Deep in the heart of Tibet, an enigmatic Tibetan crystal skull tradition has developed over centuries, fusing shamanic, Bonpo and Buddhist influences into a meaningful cultural expression.
This tradition, which is altogether unusual, is based on centuries of history and cultural transformation.

Initially, Tibetan shamanism was predominant in these regions.
Tibetan shamans, called “Ngakpas,” were the keepers of customs and rituals related to the land and spirit. Their extensive knowledge of crystals and gemstones helped create a special connection between the Tibetan crystal skull and the spirit world.
They mastered the art of divination, healing and communication with the spirit world.
There have been cultural and religious interactions between Tibet and China over the centuries. Taoism, an ancient Chinese tradition, has had an influence on some practices of Tibetan shamanism, particularly in areas where the two cultures have intersected, particularly in their understanding of nature, harmony with the universe, and the relationship between man and nature. Both traditions often emphasize nature spirituality and the search for unity with the cosmos.
Some Tibetan shamanic practices, such as communication with nature spirits, healing shamanism, and meditation, have similarities with some Taoist practices, such as Taoist meditation, healing rituals, and the pursuit of immortality.

Over time, the influence of the Bonpos, the guardians of Tibet's Bon religious tradition, was felt. Some Bonpo temples revered the Tibetan crystal skull as a symbol of wisdom and preservation of sacred teachings. These skulls became objects of veneration, embodying the connection between the world of the living and the spirits.

With the arrival of Tantric Buddhism in Tibet, new cultural dynamics were created. Tantric Buddhists integrated elements of shamanism and Bonpo practices into their spirituality, forming a unique synthesis. The Tibetan crystal skull, with its inlaid gemstones, became artifacts used in Tantric rituals aimed at transcending the material world and awakening consciousness.

The Tibetan crystal skull has become a precious object of worship in rather secret currents, symbolizing the convergence of shamanic, Bonpo and Buddhist traditions.
It is used in meditation, healing and divination ceremonies, serving as bridges between the seen and unseen worlds, allowing practitioners to access a deeper understanding of reality .

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