Life Story of Buddha Thangka | Sacred Buddhist Artwork Depicting Buddha’s Journey
This beautiful Life Story of Buddha Thangka vividly depicts the spiritual journey of Buddha Shakyamuni, from his miraculous birth to his ultimate Mahaparinirvana. At the center, Buddha, symbolizing enlightenment, is depicted in a meditative pose on a lotus base, surrounded by intricately detailed scenes from his life. These scenes typically include his birth in Lumbini, his renunciation of royal life, his ascetic lifestyle, his enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree, and his teachings. The use of authentic 24K gold enhances the artwork, imparting a radiant, spiritual quality. Crafted from durable cotton canvas, it also adds an appealing texture that enriches its spiritual significance.
Highlighting the sacred nature of Buddha's journey, the composition is vibrant, enriched with colors like gold, red, and blue, and filled with auspicious symbols, deities, and divine beings. The upper part of the thangka usually illustrates the Buddha's heavenly origins, with bodhisattvas and deities observing him as he descends to humanity. Key events, including his teachings to followers, his miracles, and the eventual Mahaparinirvana, are portrayed in the central and lower sections. The scenery, featuring rivers, mountains, temples, and trees, provides a background against which the story is connected. This thangka not only serves as an artistic representation but also acts as a meditation aid, guiding practitioners through the revered life story of the Buddha and inspiring them toward enlightenment.
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Size: 16"/ 41 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 BY A NEPALI ARTIST AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH
BROCADE MOUNT
We offer traditional brocade mounts upon your request. We will send available samples and pricing details for your final confirmation.
CONSECRATION OF THANGKA
As per your request for consecrations/blessings, we can take thangka to nearby monasteries/Rinpoches from Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing/consecration services.
