Buddhist Hand-Painted Thangka of Pancha Buddha (Five Dhyani Buddhas)
▫ Item Code: HME25860
▫ Weight: 100 grams
▫ Size: 33 x 27 cm (approx. 13 x 11 inches)
▫ Material: Cotton Canvas and Natural Mineral Colors
▫ Availability: Available
☛ About Pancha Buddha – The Five Dhyani Buddhas
This beautiful hand-painted thangka features the Pancha Buddha, or Five Dhyani Buddhas, each representing a different aspect of the enlightened consciousness of Shakyamuni Buddha. These Five Wisdom Buddhas—Vairochana, Akshobhya, Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, and Amoghasiddhi—symbolize the five directions (Center, East, South, West, North) and five transcendent wisdoms.
Each Buddha is a reflection of an enlightened state of being, purifying a specific delusion:
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Vairochana (Central): All-encompassing wisdom
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Akshobhya (East): Mirror-like wisdom
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Ratnasambhava (South): Wisdom of equality
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Amitabha (West): Discriminating wisdom
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Amoghasiddhi (North): All-accomplishing wisdom
Highly regarded in Vajrayana, Tibetan, and Nepali Buddhism, the Pancha Buddha are revered for their role in spiritual transformation and balance of the five elements and five aggregates.
In Nepali Buddhist households and shrines, a collection of these five Buddhas is considered essential. Their presence in a thangka or sculpture is believed to bring harmony, clarity, and spiritual protection.
☛ Introduction to Thangka
A thangka is a sacred Tibetan Buddhist scroll painting, often used as a meditation aid or ritual object. Crafted with care on cotton canvas and painted using natural mineral pigments, these artworks depict deities, mandalas, and spiritual symbols in great detail.
Traditionally, thangkas are kept unframed and rolled when not in use. They are usually backed with brocade and protected by a silk curtain. Because of their delicate nature, they should be stored in a dry, clean environment to ensure longevity.
☛ Why Choose This Piece?
This 13 x 11 inch hand-painted Pancha Buddha Thangka is ideal for altar use, meditation, study, or sacred décor. It radiates spiritual symbolism and offers an opportunity to connect with the wisdom and protection of the Five Dhyani Buddhas.
Compact and beautifully painted, it’s perfect for collectors of Buddhist art, practitioners, or as a thoughtful spiritual gift.
