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Hand-Painted Thangka of Manjushri Bodhisattva | Symbol of Great Wisdom
SKU: TKB04075050NB028
Manjushri, one of the four great Bodhisattvas in Chinese Buddhism, is often depicted with five topknots on his head. He holds a sword in his hand, symbolizing the sharpness of wisdom, and rides a lion, which represents fierceness. In his left hand, he holds a lotus flower upon which rests the Prajna Paramita Sutra, representing the purity of Prajna wisdom.
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Manjushri Bodhisattva wears his hair in five topknots to represent the Five Wisdoms of Mahavairocana. In his hand, he holds a sword, symbolizing wisdom as a sharp weapon, and rides a lion to demonstrate the fierceness and power of wisdom. Additionally, to respond to the diverse capacities and conditions of sentient beings, Manjushri appears in various forms, such as the Single-Syllable Manjushri, Five-Syllable Manjushri, Six-Syllable Manjushri, Eight-Syllable Manjushri, Single-Topknot Manjushri, Five-Topknot Manjushri, Eight-Topknot Manjushri, and Youth Manjushri. Among these, the Five-Syllable, Five-Topknot Manjushri is the most commonly seen form.
Thangka of Manjushri Bodhisattva: The central figure is prominently highlighted, featuring a serene and sublime countenance of exceptional beauty. The main deity, Manjushri, embodies extraordinary blessedness and merit, with a compassionate and aesthetically perfect visage. Surrounded by numerous Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, each displays a distinct, serene composure and dignified expression. The brushwork is exquisitely detailed, with delicate and fluid color shading and blending.
Manjushri Bodhisattva is the embodiment of great wisdom. In his left hand, he holds the Vajracchedika Prajna Paramita Sutra, symbolizing that Prajna (transcendental wisdom) is utterly undefiled. It is like a mass of blazing fire, untouchable from any side—one who touches it is immediately burned. In his right hand, he brandishes a sword, representing great wisdom that can cut through all ignorance and afflictions, akin to a vajra sword capable of slaying all demons. Seated upon a lotus, he signifies purity, which can awaken wisdom and enhance enlightenment.
Thangka of Manjushri Bodhisattva: The central figure is prominently highlighted, featuring a serene and sublime countenance of exceptional beauty. The main deity, Manjushri, embodies extraordinary blessedness and merit, with a compassionate and aesthetically perfect visage. Surrounded by numerous Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, each displays a distinct, serene composure and dignified expression. The brushwork is exquisitely detailed, with delicate and fluid color shading and blending.
Manjushri Bodhisattva is the embodiment of great wisdom. In his left hand, he holds the Vajracchedika Prajna Paramita Sutra, symbolizing that Prajna (transcendental wisdom) is utterly undefiled. It is like a mass of blazing fire, untouchable from any side—one who touches it is immediately burned. In his right hand, he brandishes a sword, representing great wisdom that can cut through all ignorance and afflictions, akin to a vajra sword capable of slaying all demons. Seated upon a lotus, he signifies purity, which can awaken wisdom and enhance enlightenment.
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Specifications
| Size | 20"/ 50cm(width) x 30"/ 75cm(height) |
| Materials | Natural Mineral Pigments and Gold with bovine bone glue |
| Canvas | Organic Cotton |
| Hand Painted | Painted by veteran thangka artist Stkhu Unav |
| Unique Artwork | Each piece is one-of-a-kind |
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH
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