Amitabha Buddha Thangka Painting
What is a Thangka painting?
The Tibetan word Thangka means an unfolding painting, where the word Thang stands for an unfolding scroll and Ka means a painting. Thangka paintings, as a whole, are a visual representation of Buddhist deities, scenes, or mandalas, painted on silk or cotton canvas.
Thangka Paintings follow a generic principle of composition, design, and iconography. It is made following tradition and guidelines while leaving spaces for personal creativity and expression. In Buddhist culture, Thangka Paintings hold high religious values. In a way, it is also a tool that facilitates the realization of one's true nature or the nature of reality
Amitabha Buddha Thangka Painting:
The Amitabha Buddha Thangka Painting depicts Amitabha Buddha seated gracefully on a lotus throne, exuding a serene aura of compassion and enlightenment. Amitabha, revered as the Buddha of Infinite Light, is known in the Buddhist tradition for his Pure Land, a realm of bliss and liberation where beings can attain enlightenment. He is often portrayed with a gentle smile, symbolizing his welcoming nature and boundless compassion towards all sentient beings.
In this Thangka, pure gold is meticulously used throughout, enhancing the sacredness and beauty of the artwork. The golden hues shimmer and illuminate the depiction of Amitabha Buddha, adding to the reverence and spiritual significance of the painting.
This Amitabha Buddha Thangka serves multiple purposes in Buddhist practice. It can be used as a focal point for meditation, helping practitioners cultivate devotion and connect with the compassionate qualities embodied by Amitabha. Additionally, it can adorn shrine rooms or meditation spaces, serving as a reminder of the aspirations for enlightenment and the Pure Land teachings. It can also be used in devotional practices or ceremonies, offering devotees an opportunity to pay homage to Amitabha Buddha and invoke his blessings for spiritual growth and liberation.
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Size: 16"/ 41 cm (width) x 23"/ 59 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE BY NEPALI ARTIST AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH
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Framing:
-Not mounted on a traditional brocade
-Tibetan Silk brocade is available in a variety of colors and quality
-Additional 3 business days for this service
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