{"product_id":"kara-engraved-khanda-emblem","title":"Kara Bracelet – Engraved Khanda Emblem | Kara with Sacred Symbol","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCarry a symbol of strength and identity with this steel Kara featuring an engraved Khanda emblem—bringing together tradition, clarity, and timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nbzexd\" data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eEngraved Khanda emblem for symbolic depth and meaning\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wqayy\" data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eClean, classic kara form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r52a7i\" data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eComfortable fit for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Kara is worn as a symbol of commitment and discipline. Paired with the Khanda emblem, it reflects clarity, strength, and a grounded sense of identity. This piece carries a quiet presence—simple in form, yet strong in meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two single-edged swords (or ‘kirpan’) on either side of the \u003cstrong\u003eKhanda symbol\u003c\/strong\u003e represent the \u003cstrong\u003edual characteristics of human existence\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are given as ‘Miri’, the temporal nature of life, and ‘Piri’, the spiritual side of existence. They are crossed at the bottom to indicate that these two characteristics influencing the soul are integrated, not two separate entities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-edged sword (‘khanda’) symbolises the ability of Truth to cut through the duality of illusion (‘maya’).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe circle (‘chakkar’) represents unity – a sense of being at one with Infinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kara has been worn for centuries as an Amulet of Protection. “It guards you from the outside, and also from the inside. The Kara reminds you not to do evil with your hands, and thus protects you from Karma. It is also like wearing an energetic soldier on your wrist, deflecting negative energy away from your aura.” https:\/\/blog.spiritvoyage.com\/kara-the-protection-bracelet\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese energetic-magnetic effects strengthen the male (or active) energy when worn on the right wrist. When worn on the left wrist they strengthen the female (or receptive) energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYogi Bhajan taught that wearing a Kara balances energy centres and protects the wearer from harm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultural note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is common to notice people - both men and women - wearing a Kara in everyday life anywhere in India. Other than being Sikh it also relates to those individuals recognising the Punjab as their home State.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn that it is not necessarily of spiritual or religious significance wearing a polished steel Kara like this one can be a fashion statement. Deeply devout Sikhs, and yogis, tend to lean toward more rustic styles such as plain steel or completely unpolished iron. For instance, Nihang Sikhs, who live with very little material wealth and a possession choose those simple styles. Their devotion is about living spiritual lives, in prayer, training in martial arts and taking care of themselves and helping their communities. The Nihang are saint soldiers – despite being warriors they are a symbol for world peace. They exist to spread love and preserve peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for measuring for correct size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasiest and quickest way is to place a ruler between the knuckles of the index and pinky fingers on the back of your hand (see image) - this is the measurement of the inside of the kara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, place the thumb tip, and the tip of the little finger together. Now measure the circumference of the hand at the second knuckle of the thumb. This should give you another reasonable estimate of what size bracelet will fit you, and not readily fall off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetter still, measure the inside diameter of an existing bracelet that you know fits you, and stays on. If all else fails, we will exchange the bracelet for a better fit - you do have to pay for the postage, though.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kundalini Whites","offers":[{"title":"7.5cm","offer_id":45814990602413,"sku":"D6-KARA-1K-7.5cm","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7cm","offer_id":45814990635181,"sku":"D6-KARA-1K-7cm","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.5cm","offer_id":45814990667949,"sku":"D6-KARA-1K-6.5cm","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6cm","offer_id":45814990700717,"sku":"D6-KARA-1K-6cm","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5cm","offer_id":45814990733485,"sku":"D6-KARA-1K-5.5cm","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9327\/7869\/files\/13.-1Khanda-Textured-Kara1-800x800.jpg?v=1773326831","url":"https:\/\/kundaliniwhites.com.au\/products\/kara-engraved-khanda-emblem","provider":"Kundalini Whites","version":"1.0","type":"link"}