Buddhist Hand-Painted Pancha Buddha Mandala Thangka
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Item Code: HME25924
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Weight: 100 grams
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Dimensions: 62 cm x 46 cm
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Material: Cotton Canvas with Mineral Colors
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Availability: Available
☛ Pancha Buddha: The Five Wisdom Tathagatas
This sacred hand-painted Pancha Buddha Mandala Thangka beautifully portrays the Five Dhyani Buddhas—Vairochana, Akshobhya, Amitabha, Ratnasambhava, and Amoghasiddhi. Known collectively as the Pancha Buddhas, they represent five different aspects of enlightened consciousness and the five directions of the universe: Central, East, West, South, and North. Deeply rooted in Vajrayana Buddhism, these Buddhas are revered symbols of wisdom, transformation, and cosmic harmony.
This mandala serves as a visual meditation guide, aiding practitioners in aligning their spiritual energy with the Five Wisdoms, and promoting balance, clarity, and enlightenment. In Nepalese and Tibetan traditions, the presence of all five Buddhas is essential—be it in statues, thangkas, or altar arrangements.
☛ Mandala Thangka: A Spiritual Compass
A mandala is a symmetrical, geometric design used in Buddhist practice as a sacred space for meditation and reflection. In this thangka, the Pancha Buddhas are positioned with precision, each surrounded by intricate patterns and spiritual motifs that reflect the cosmic structure of enlightenment. Through detailed brushwork and profound symbolism, mandala thangkas guide viewers inward on a path toward inner peace, focus, and self-realization.
☛ Introduction to Thangka Art
A thangka (also spelled tangka, thanka, or tanka) is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton or silk, portraying deities, sacred narratives, or spiritual concepts. These scroll-like paintings are used in both ritual and meditative practice. To preserve their quality, thangkas are typically mounted on fabric, rolled for storage, and shielded with a silk covering. Proper care—particularly storage in a dry, shaded environment—is essential to maintain the vibrancy and integrity of these sacred artworks.
