What is another word for prayer wheel?
Pronunciation: [pɹˈe͡ə wˈiːl] (IPA) 
A prayer wheel is a Buddhist instrument that is used to accumulate merit and purify negative karma. It is filled with mantras or prayers, and when spun, these mantras are released into the universe to benefit all sentient beings. There are several other terms for a prayer wheel, including a Mani wheel, a Dharma wheel, a wheel of law or a Chökhor. Many different types of prayer wheels exist, ranging from handheld models to large ones that are permanently mounted in monasteries and temples. Regardless of their form, all prayer wheels are believed to have the same spiritual power and are used as a means of invoking blessings and good fortune.
