Six Armed Mahakala Thangka
A Touchstone for Unshakable Protection
Feel a clear surge of confidence each time you meet the gaze of six-armed Mahakala. This thangka becomes a steady anchor, guarding your home and guiding your practice with fierce compassion.
The Story in the Details
- Dimensions: Approx. 75 x 55 cm
- Sacred Materials: 24K gold, mineral pigments, cotton canvas
- Hand-Painted In: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
- Artistic Tradition: Menri style
- Framing: Unframed canvas, ready for brocade mounting
- A Unique Creation: One-of-a-kind devotional paintings
- Consecration: Available on request
Iconography: A Visual Dharma Teaching
Six Armed Mahakala is a wrathful protector whose compassion takes a fierce, liberating form.
He clears obstacles so your spiritual path can open with strength and clarity.
- Sacred Form:
His deep blue body rises through golden flames, transforming anger into mirror-like wisdom. - Posture:
He stands firm on a lotus throne, awake and ready to act. - Mudras:
His gestures command protection and cut through negativity. - Attributes:
- Upper Right: Skull Mala
- Upper Left: Trident
- Middle Right: Damaru
- Middle Left: Lasso
- Lower Right: Curved Chopper(Near Heart)
- Lower Left: Skull Cup(Near Heart)
The Sacred Assembly
This thangka presents a full expression of Mahakala’s protective field.
Central Deity – Six-Armed Mahakala
At the center stands the mighty Six-Armed Mahakala, radiating the unstoppable power that clears your path and strengthens your resolve.
Below him lies the subdued figure of a defeated obstacle, showing how Mahakala crushes every hindrance to your practice.
- This emphasises his role as the guardian of dharma.
- It depicts the victory of compassion over confusion.
The Living Landscape of the Mind
- Background Style:
Fiery Menri landscape showing fierce clarity. - Symbolic Elements:
Gold clouds for awareness, swirling flames for awakened activity. - Sacred Realm:
The cremation grounds remind us of impermanence and release.
A Legacy of Devotion in Every Brushstroke
- Artistic Lineage:
Created by a Menri-trained master. - Renowned For:
Jewel-like colours and fine goldwork. - Craftsmanship:
Sacred proportions that honour ancient teachings.
A Sacred Tool for Your Path
- Strengthens meditation and personal protection.
- Mantra: Om Shree Mahaakala Hum Hum Phat
- May this thangka stand as your fearless guardian.
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