Prayer Wheels
But what are prayer-wheels?
They are containers filled with as many mantras (formulas of sound), as possible. Often the mantra of Chenrezig - the embodiment of compassion - Om Mani Peme Hung.
As the prayer-wheels are spun, (always in a clockwise direction), the blessings of the mantras are invoked and spiral out to benefit all sentient beings.
In Sherab Ling we have two large prayer-wheels housed in a temple in front of Palpung Institute, many of the large stupas contain prayer wheels, and there is one beside the old monastery. Anyone is welcome to turn the wheels - no need to remove your shoes.
