HQ Buddhist Hand-Painted Thangka of Wheel of Life | Real Gold Accents
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Item Code: HME25908
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Weight: 100 grams
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Size: 42 cm x 35 cm
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Material: Cotton Canvas and Mineral Colors (with Real Gold)
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Availability: Available
☛ Wheel of Life: Brief Introduction
The Wheel of Life (Bhavachakra in Sanskrit) is a profound and symbolic depiction of the cyclical nature of existence according to Buddhist teachings. It illustrates the continuous cycle of birth, aging, sickness, death, and rebirth, emphasizing the interdependence of all realms of existence.
At the center of the wheel are the three fundamental poisons—ignorance, attachment, and aversion—that fuel the endless cycle of suffering (samsara). Surrounding this center are depictions of the six realms: god, demi-god, human, animal, hungry ghost, and hell realms, each representing a different state of existence shaped by one’s karma.
The Wheel of Life serves as a profound visual reminder of impermanence, suffering, and the path toward liberation through mindfulness, ethical living, and the cultivation of wisdom, encouraging practitioners to seek freedom from the endless cycle of rebirth.
☛ Introduction to Thangka
A thangka (also spelled tangka, thanka, or tanka) is a vivid and intricate Tibetan Buddhist painting that embodies spiritual teachings through detailed and symbolic artwork. Painstakingly crafted on cotton canvas or silk appliqué, thangkas depict Buddhist deities, mandalas, sacred scenes, and narrative teachings.
Traditionally unframed and rolled like ancient scrolls, thangkas are mounted on rich textile backings and often protected by a silk veil. Proper storage in dry environments is essential to preserve the artwork’s delicate pigments and fabric for future generations.
