drum-wheels

Updated: May 31, 2025

Although the Buddhist monks do not believe in God as a creator, their religion demands audible and written prayers; indeed, prayer-wheels are frequently used to facilitate the repetition of prayers. Prayers numbering hundreds and even thousands are carefully written and placed, rolled up, in drum-wheels, which are revolved by wind, water, or hand power.

Jewett C. (Jewett Castello) Gilson - Wealth of the World's Waste Places and Oceania