Shaolin Dharma Sword

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Shaolin Dharma Sword

Bodhidharma, a Buddhist monk who lived in the 5th/6th century, is revered for his introduction of Zen to China through the Shaolin Monastery, which became the birthplace of Zen in China. He was born into a noble Indian family, later becoming a monk, traveled throughout Southeast Asia, and possibly arrived in China in the early 5th century. He was the 28th Patriarch of Buddhism, in a lineage that traces back to the Buddha himself.

Bodhidharma’s association with Buddhism is legendary and many famous accounts give his name as introducing the Shaolin to a series of exercises that became their world-famous martial arts. The lotus flower, one of the emblems of the Shaolin Temple, is representative of the spirit of Zen in which the Dharma reaches a meditative state, capable of separating all external influences from the mind and achieving a clear vision of reality.

The elegant Shaolin Dharma Sword represents the spirit of Bodhidharma. The forged carbon steel blade is decorated with lotus motifs, which also adorn the intricate fittings on the sword's scabbard and handle. The sword's handle and scabbard are traditionally made from bamboo.

From hanwei.

Special properties:
- Carbon steel
- Detailed accessories
- Authorized by the Shaolin Temple

Details:
- Blade material: carbon steel
- Total length: approx. 85.1cm
- Blade length: approx. 65.4 cm
- Handle length: approx. 15.2cm
- Weight: approx. 839 g
- Center of gravity: approx. 29.2 cm in front of the protection
- Manufacturer item number: sh2443

The above specifications may vary slightly from sample to sample.

Please note:
This item is only sold to persons over 18 years of age. Please enter your date of birth on our order form. We also require a copy of your ID, driving licence or similar by email, scan, fax or post.

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