Collection: Cintamani

Cintamani (or Chintamani ) is a concept rich in symbolism, present in several spiritual and esoteric traditions, notably in Hinduism, Buddhism and certain Western mystical schools.

🌟 1. Origin and meaning

The word "Cintāmaṇi" comes from Sanskrit:

• "Cinta" (चिन्ता) = thought, desire

• "Mani" (मणि) = jewel, precious stone

Cintāmaṇi therefore literally means "the wish-fulfilling jewel" or "the thought stone" .

🕉️ 2. In Hinduism

In Hindu mythology, the Cintamani is a magical stone or celestial jewel capable of granting all the desires of its possessor. It is sometimes associated with:

• to Vishnu , or to his mount Garuda

• to the god Kubera , the guardian of riches

• or even to the Ajna chakra (the "third eye"), as a symbol of inner wisdom.

🪷 3. In Buddhism

In Mahāyāna and Vajrayāna (Tantric) Buddhism, Cintamani is often represented:

• in the paws of Tibetan snow lions

• or held by bodhisattvas, such as Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig)

It symbolizes:

• spiritual fulfillment,

• infinite compassion,

• the supreme wisdom that allows one to transcend the suffering of samsara (cycle of reincarnations).

The Cintamani is sometimes compared to the Holy Grail in esoteric Christianity.

💎 4. Esoteric symbolism and modern legends

• In some Western esoteric traditions, Cintamani is sometimes seen as a stone of extraterrestrial origin , connected to the planet Venus or to the mythical civilization of Mu or Atlantis .

• In the tradition of Agni Yoga (spiritual teachings transmitted by Helena Roerich), Cintamani is believed to be a sacred stone sent to Earth to guide humanity towards higher consciousness.

• Some connect it to Shambhala , the mystical city hidden in Tibet.

🧘 5. Symbolic use

The Cintamani is not an identifiable physical object (even if it is sometimes linked to meteorites or precious stones), but above all a symbol of inner realization :

• It represents the union between pure desire (spiritual aspiration) and its manifestation .

• It is the jewel of mental clarity , pure heart , and liberation .