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Manjushri Thangka,special,blk.
Culture: Buddhist
Country of Origin : Nepal
Artifact Age: 21st Century
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Manjushri Bodhisattva , Bodhi of Wisdom:
Meditating on Manjushri bestows serene withdrawal from the cares of the world. We may still act within it, but we no longer have expectations of it; so it no longer disturbs us. With wisdom comes total contentment and self-sufficiency.
In his right hand, (the male side, symbol of compassion), he holds the flaming sword that destroys ignorance; in his left hand, (female side, symbol of wisdom), he holds the book of transcendental wisdom on a lotus flower.The book is a volume known as the Perfection of Wisdom in 8,000 lines, and belongs to a important class of literature known as, Prajnaparamita.
Thangkas, Bhutanese Lama Mordo
Devotionally painted by hand over the course of months with careful attention to remarkable detail using 24kt. gold and silver paints. Special Black background Thangkas such as this one are very auspicious. Lama Mordo is a highly respected and much sought after artisan. average size 43" x 71" overall and 31" x 41" image
If you have questions on this piece please contact me at rudis10@cox.net.
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