Description

Handmade Serkyem | Buddhist Dharma Offering Vessel

Discover the sacred elegance of this handcrafted Serkyem Offering Set, meticulously created by skilled Newari artisans from Patan, Nepal. Expertly crafted from copper, this traditional Buddhist ritual vessel features an oxidized finish enhanced with refined gold-plating details that highlight its intricate design.

Traditionally used for making offerings to Dharma Protectors and enlightened beings, the Serkyem symbolizes devotion, generosity, and the accumulation of spiritual merit. Every detail of this authentic Nepalese ritual vessel represents the skill and dedication of generations of Newari metalworkers. With its sacred purpose and exceptional handcrafted artistry, this Serkyem Offering Set brings the profound traditions of Tibetan Buddhism and Himalayan culture into your spiritual practice or collection.

Please note: The Serkyem in the photograph is the actual piece for sale, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity.

Key Features of the Serkyem:

1. 100% Authentic and Handmade in Nepal
2. Made from Copper with an Oxidized an Gold-Plating Details
3. Beautifully Adorned with Rich Colors
4. Traditionally Handcrafted by Master Artists
5. Height X Width: 23cm X 21cm
6. Weight: 1.44kg

About Serkyem

TheSerkyem Offering, deeply rooted in Tibetan Buddhist tradition, is a ritual practice used to honor Dharma protectorsparticularly 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 vesseloften 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.