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A kapala (Sanskrit for "skull") or skullcup is a cup made from a human skull and used as a ritual implement (bowl) in both Hindu Tantra and Buddhist Tantra (Vajrayana). Especially in Tibet, they are often carved or elaborately mounted with precious metals and jewels.

skullcup kapala precious metals

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  1. Benard, Elisabeth Anne (1994). Chinnamasta: The Aweful Buddhist and Hindu Tantric Goddess. Delhi: Motilal Barnarsidass. ISBN:81-208-1065-1
  2. Encyclopædia Britannica. Kapala http://www.britannica.com/eb/article-9044643/kapala
  3. Camphausen, Rufus C.. "Charnel- and Cremation Grounds". http://www.yoniversum.nl/dakini/charnel_g.html. Retrieved 15 June 2018. 
  4. "Sky Burial, Tibetan Religious Ritual, Funeral Party". http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/tibet/sky-buria.htm. Retrieved 15 June 2018. 
  5. Camphausen, Rufus C.. "Charnel Ground Ornaments and Implements". http://www.yoniversum.nl/dakini/charnel_o.html. Retrieved 15 June 2018. 
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