Statue of Fierce Compassion Deity Mahakala Bernagchen | Dharma guardian
Fierce compassion Deity Mahakala Bernagchen Statue measures 13 inches (33 cm) in height and 10.6 inches (27 cm) at the base. It weighs 4.32 kilograms and is crafted from an oxidized copper body with silver plating. It is as striking in appearance as it is in craftsmanship.
Bernakchen, which means "Great Black Cloak," is a two-armed version of Mahakala and the most important guardian god of the Karma Kagyu branch of Tibetan Buddhism. His piercing blue look, skull crown, and symbolic instruments represent uncontrollable compassion manifested in an aggressive form. He calms inner and exterior demons, clears energy obstacles, and balances the practitioner's path with strong resolution.
Size: 13”/33cm (Height) x 10.6”/27cm (Base)
Weight: 4.32 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Silver Plated
Mahakala Bernagchen is a wrathful protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism, especially revered in the Karma Kagyu lineage, where he serves as the primary guardian of the Dharma and its practitioners. His primary purpose is to eliminate obstacles —both external and internal —that hinder spiritual progress, such as ignorance, attachment, ego, and opposing forces. He protects the teachings and practitioners from harm, ensuring the continuity and purity of the Buddhist path.
