Tibetan singing bowls are a type of bell used for healing and meditation. They vibrate and produce a harmonic tone when played. To create sound with a singing bowl, gently rub the mallet/ wooden stick that is included, in circular motion against the bowl's rim. These are The Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism: -The Precious Parasol -The White Conch Shell -The Two Golden Fish -The Knot of Eternity -The Vase of Great Treasures -The Victory Banner -The Lotus Flower -The Eight Spoked Wheel (Comes with a Mallet but cushion is not included) *Measurement & weight are only approximate*