Description
Serkyem Offering Bowl | Gold and Silver Plated Copper Ritual Vessel
Elevate your sacred rituals with this handcrafted Serkyem Offering, meticulously made by a skilled Newari artisan from Patan, Nepal. Crafted from premium copper and enhanced with a radiant gold and silver-plated finish, this traditional Serkyem showcases the refined artistry and devotion of Nepalese craftsmanship.
Used during daily prayers and special protector rituals, the Serkyem is designed to hold tea, wine, or alcohol as symbolic offerings to Dharma protectors, wealth deities, and wrathful deities. Adorned with intricate auspicious symbols, it invites blessings, removes obstacles, and dispels negative forces, making it an essential addition to altars, ceremonial spaces, and spiritual practices.
Please note: The Serkyem in the photograph is the actual piece for sale, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity.
Key Features of the Serkyem Offering :
- 100% Authentic and Handmade in Nepal
- Made from Premium Copper with Gold and Silver-Plated
- Beautifully Adorned with Rich Colors
- Traditionally Handcrafted by Master Artists
- Height X Width: 16.5cm X 13cm
- Weight: 0.60kg
About Serkyem
The Serkyem Offering, deeply rooted in Tibetan Buddhist tradition, is a ritual practice used to honor Dharma protectors, particularly deities like Palden Lhamo and Mahakala. Originating from ancient monastic customs, “Serkyem” translates to golden drink, symbolizing the offering of precious liquids such as tea, alcohol, or milk in a two-piece vessel, often made of brass or copper. The upper bowl overflows into the lower, representing abundance and the devotees willingness to give without hesitation. Legend tells of a great Tibetan master who, during a perilous journey through the Himalayas, offered his only tea in a Serkyem to Mahakala for protectionand miraculously, a storm cleared, guiding him safely to his monastery. This practice endures as a powerful gesture of devotion and gratitude in both personal and monastic rituals.
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