Avalokiteshvara Chengrezig Thangka
Introduction To The Thangka :
This form of Avalokiteshvara is widely used for devotional practice for the followers of Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. His six-syllabled mantra “ Om mani pad me hum” is the household mantra for all Buddhists worldwide.
Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara is said to have made solid commitments to purposefully take three samsaric incarnations in the presence of Buddha Amitabha to liberate all sentient beings from samsara and to act as their ultimate teacher. And if, by chance, his courage and generosity for all sentient beings began to weaken, he swore to let his head and body completely crumble and shatter into thousands of pieces.
How does Thangka benefit us?
Every detail of a painting has a symbolic meaning. Regardless of your religious affiliation, a thangka can help you on your path to enlightenment, whether you practice Buddhism or have other religious convictions. Thangkas are paintings that depict deities with various iconographic elements and symbolism that encourage meditation on the teachings of the god they depict. Any thangka is intended to aid in removing the film of ignorance, which is a significant barrier to the road to enlightenment. The Thangka is revered as a holy item. They promote positivity, spread Buddhism's teachings, bring about peace, harmony, and oneness, and dispel any negative energy that may be there.
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Size: 14"/ 36 cm (width) x 20"/ 51 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH
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How to take care of your thangka?
-Hang your thangka in a traditional silk brocade
-Regular Inspection of your thangka; examine the borders and all attachments.
-Keep thangkas covered when they are on display but not in use.
-Rotate thangkas between display and storage on a regular basis, two to four times a year, to reduce the amount of exposure to light. Keep away from sunlight and humidity.
-Do not apply liquids or other materials to the surface of the thangka.
