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From the moonlit Full Moon Bowl to the hand-carved bowl of sacred figures, each singing bowl made by Santa Ratna Shakya is shaped for its own purpose: therapy, sleep, yoga, everyday practice, and art.
01 · Santa Ratna Shakya
01 · Santa Ratna Shakya
On every full-moon night of the year, waiting for the light to be born.
在一年之中，每一個滿月之夜，等待月光而生
The Full Moon singing bowl is made under the direct light of a full moon, only once every month. It is an exquisite and extraordinary craft that Santa Ratna created at his foundry in 2014. He used the techniques and skills handed down by his forefathers and did numerous tests before finally setting the standard of the full moon bowl. Essentially, it is a combination of finest craftsmanship and a high-grade alloy formula blended with the idea of tapping into the light of the full moon that makes this bowl the most sought after singing bowl therapy tool in the present times.
The Full Moon singing bowl is light and produces a rich, deep sound with strong vibration that lasts a long time at a constant pitch. It is an important factor for a singing bowl therapist as it gives them total control of the resonance and vibration for a highly effective therapy. For a musician, the Full Moon singing bowl is a great addition as it has versatile tonality both in the recording studios and on stage.
A refined alloy from high-grade metals purified rigorously under a special foundry environment is what makes up the core content of a Full Moon singing bowl. It gets its name because of the way it is made under the direct light of a fully exposed moon; only during clear full moon nights when there is less wind and a peaceful atmosphere. In case the full moon night turns cloudy, the work is slated for the coming month.
The workers who handcraft this bowl start the evening by mentally and physically preparing for the task ahead. They create an environment where they find calm and peace. The workers cut their nails, take a bath, wash their hair, wear fresh clothes, and sit relaxed together.
“My workers are like my family. In our culture, during any auspicious occasion all family members sit together and make decisions. I do the same thing here at my foundry.”
When everyone is ready, they burn incense, conduct a small prayer in honor of their tutelary deity, the gods of metal work, the metals, the tools, the moon and the cosmos, and sit quiet for sometime.
As the moon rises and starts to move swiftly from across the eastern horizon, the workers would have fired up the furnace and begun heating the alloy mix. The cosmic rhythm of our planet and its moon, the elemental rhythm of the boiling metals and the meticulous rhythm of the sweaty workers who pull out the cauldron of red hot liquid alloy from the furnace and pour it out in small portions to constantly hammer it into a bowl shape — all this infuses together in the process.
This moment of crafting an object out of the ancient elements under the luminance of the moon is meant to bring no other than radiance, joy, enlightenment, and liberation from our daily entanglements through a simple product — a metallic bowl.
A simple metallic bowl it may be, but you can imagine the weight and connectivity this bowl you hold in your hand carries — it is beyond comprehension.
It is no wonder that as soon as the word was out, professional singing bowl therapists and practitioners from around the world queued up to acquire the Full Moon singing bowl. Within less than a year of its production, despite the expensive production cost as compared to other bowls, the Full Moon singing bowl made its way around the globe. Now it is the most sought after bowl for anyone who intends to take up singing bowl therapy and practice professionally.
Furthermore, the Full Moon singing bowl has opened up new avenues for creating and crafting newer kinds of bowls that fall in the high-grade category. This work of art has proven that a singing bowl is not just a souvenir object sold in tourist markets but something substantial and essential that is here to stay in human culture.
02 · Santa Ratna Shakya
02 · Santa Ratna Shakya
Zero and infinity: high-frequency resonance for deep, restorative sleep.
歸零與無限：引領深層安眠的高頻之音
In Nepali culture, the term “sunya” translates to zero, but according to teacher Shakya, it also signifies infinity, suggesting a deep and profound meaning associated with the concept of sunya.
“The key benefit of the Sunya Bowl lies in its peculiar high-frequency sound, which has a calming effect on individuals, often leading to a state of relaxation that facilitates falling asleep. This unique sound frequency makes the Sunya Bowl a valuable tool for promoting sleep and achieving a restful night's rest.”
What sets the Sunya Bowl apart is its user-friendly design. While you can ask a partner or family member to play it for you as you prepare to sleep, it is actually intended to be used by oneself. Teacher Santa emphasizes that:
“Once you start using it, it is hard to give it away. I can say that the Sunya Bowl is likely to be your best sleep inducing tool for life.”
03 · Santa Ratna Shakya
03 · Santa Ratna Shakya
A preparatory resonance for energy purification, clarity, and focus.
練習展開前的能量淨化與專注共鳴
Crafted from a special metallic alloy, the Yoga Bowl serves as a preparatory tool before engaging in yoga, physical exercise, meditation, or self-healing. Its purpose is to foster self-confidence, promote self-purification, and establish mental clarity in preparation for these activities.
“Prior to commencing yoga or similar practices, both practitioners and instructors should prioritize aura cleansing. This essential step automatically purifies the energy field, facilitating profound inner peace. To complement this state, a soothing sound is harnessed to create a serene environment conducive to heightened concentration and focus.”
It's imperative to clarify that the Yoga Bowl is specifically designed for use before and during the warm-up phase of yoga practice and should not be considered to be used in producing continuous.
The versatility of the Yoga Bowl extends to its suitability for both individual and group practices. In group settings, it contributes to purifying the environment and enhancing the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of the entire group.
04 · Santa Ratna Shakya
04 · Santa Ratna Shakya
From the Full Moon to the Classic
從滿月到經典：讓更多人感受的溫柔共振
For generations, Himalayan singing bowls have been created through patience, craftsmanship, and a deep connection with sound.
Santa Ratna Shakya, a master singing bowl maker from Nepal, became known for creating the special Full Moon Singing Bowl — a bowl made with a unique combination of materials and carefully crafted by hand. The Full Moon Bowl is rare, beautiful, and highly valued, but because of its special materials and craftsmanship, it is also expensive.
Santa wanted more people to experience the beautiful sound and vibration of his bowls. So he created something special.
He took the concept of the Full Moon Bowl and developed the Santa Classic Bowl, using approximately 70% of the Full Moon Bowl material and introducing 30% new material. This allowed him to create a bowl that keeps much of the character, beauty, resonance, and vibration people love in his Full Moon bowls — while making it more accessible.
“A beautiful singing bowl should not belong only to those who can afford the most expensive one.”
The Classic Bowl was created for people who wanted to experience the quality of Santa's craftsmanship at a more approachable price. Every bowl is still shaped and finished with care, carrying the spirit of traditional Nepali craftsmanship. The result is a bowl that brings together beauty, sound, and vibration in one instrument.
05 · Santa Ratna Shakya
05 · Santa Ratna Shakya
Sacred Himalayan artistry meeting the resonant spirit of the Full Moon.
神聖喜馬拉雅藝術，與滿月共振的殊勝交融
The Hand-Carved Full Moon Bowl combines the special tradition of the Full Moon Bowl with beautiful traditional Nepali craftsmanship. Each bowl is carefully hand-carved on the inside with sacred figures such as Medicine Buddha, Buddhist deities, and other meaningful spiritual symbols.
Every carving is made by hand, so no two bowls are exactly the same. The detailed artwork, beautiful sound, and deep vibration make this bowl not only a singing bowl, but also a unique piece of sacred Himalayan art.
It is created for those who appreciate both the sound of the bowl and the spiritual meaning behind its craftsmanship.
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Visit the studio in Kaohsiung to hear these bowls for yourself, or write to us about the one that is calling to you.