Clay Chillums from Shiva
Posted in Chillum, Pipes, Shiva, Smoking by Shanti Babba on September 17th, 2008 at 4:33 pm
A chillum is a smoking pipe that originated in India during the 18th century and is used by Hindu Priests (the Sadhu) during their spiritual ceremonies.
Shiva has a large range of clay chillums from small to large and embossed with various patterns including cobras, elephants and the Hindu god Shiva. Each chillum is handmade from clay and comes complete with a filter stone, so there is no need for pipe screens.
To use the chillum, you should hold it upright and make an airtight fist around the bottom of the chillum. Then inhale through your hand; the chillum will get hot so do not place the chillum directly on your lips. Wrapping a damp cloth around the bottom of the chillum will also stop the pipe from getting too hot.
