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Description: | "Gong. Bronze from temple at Moo-lah, Upper Burmah." [Register]
Flat, petal-shaped gong with incised burmese inscription on one side .
Ritual bells are found throughout Asian cultures but gongs certainly originated in ancient China. Over the ages they have evolved into several forms including Kongs cast deep in central Burma (Myanmar) from a secret formula of bronze, then hand tempered by masters who know the power of sound. To ring the gong, remember personal intention and environmental acoustics are important. Hold the gong at ear height, collect yourself for a moment, then strike the gong, not too hard, not too softly, directly in the centre. Wield the mallet with gentle strength. Actually vibrational methods like Sanskrit chanting or tools such as gongs predate Buddhism. There is a long history of percussive bells in the cultures of Asia. Burmese temple gongs have evolved to serve a contemporary function. At the beginning of meditation the gong helps those in prayer reach a place of harmony within. After meditation it connects the inner experience with the outer world.
Accession number: NCM 1889-167 | Subjects: | metalwork religion (buddhism) musical instruments BURMESE | Temporal: | 1850-1889? | Source: | Nottingham City Museums and Galleries | Identifier: | http://media.culturegrid.org.uk/mediaLib... | Go to resource |
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