Buddhist Hand-Painted Pancha Buddha Thangka
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Item Code: HME25914
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Weight: 100 grams
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Size: 71 cm x 55 cm
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Material: Cotton Canvas and Mineral Colors
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Availability: Available
☛ Pancha Buddha: Embodiments of Enlightened Wisdom
The Pancha Buddha—also known as the Five Dhyani Buddhas or Five Wisdom Tathagatas—represent five distinct qualities of the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni. These sacred figures hold deep symbolic significance in Vajrayana Buddhism, embodying universal aspects of enlightened consciousness.
Each of the Five Buddhas is associated with a specific direction and color:
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Vairocana (Center – White)
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Akshobhya (East – Blue)
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Amitabha (West – Red)
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Ratnasambhava (South – Yellow)
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Amoghasiddhi (North – Green)
These Buddhas collectively represent the transformation of the five human delusions—ignorance, anger, desire, pride, and envy—into five transcendent wisdoms. In both Nepalese and Tibetan Buddhism, Pancha Buddha depictions in thangkas, statues, and sacred art are considered essential for spiritual balance and completeness.
☛ Mandala: Sacred Symbolism in Buddhist Art
Although this thangka features the Pancha Buddhas rather than a mandala directly, it reflects similar spiritual geometry and symbolic depth. Like mandalas, these figures guide practitioners toward clarity, wisdom, and enlightenment through visual meditation and devotional engagement.
☛ Introduction to Thangka
A thangka—also spelled tangka, thanka, or tanka—is a sacred scroll painting that illustrates Buddhist teachings with striking visual detail. Created on cotton canvas with mineral pigments and sometimes adorned with real gold, thangkas are designed to inspire inner reflection and convey profound spiritual truths.
These sacred artworks are typically unframed and rolled when not in use. To ensure their preservation, thangkas are often mounted on brocade textiles and covered with protective silk. They should be stored in dry, clean environments to maintain their delicate artistry over time.
