Sculpture of Black Manjushri | Wisdom Sword Protector
The Black Manjushri Statue measures 10 inches (25.5 cm) in height and 7.5 inches (19 cm) across the base, and it weighs 1.86 kg. It is crafted from an oxidized copper body, covered with a triple layer of gold coloring, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture is handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Black Manjushri is depicted with a dark blue-black or black body, symbolizing his ability to absorb and transform negativity and ignorance. He typically has one face and two arms, with a wrathful or semi-wrathful expression, featuring three glaring eyes and fangs, conveying his fierce compassion and power to overcome harmful influences. He is often shown seated in vajra posture or standing, with one leg bent and the other extended, signaling readiness for action. In his right hand, he holds a flaming wisdom sword raised aloft, symbolizing the cutting through of ignorance and delusion with sharp clarity and insight, with the flames emphasizing purification and transformative energy. His left hand holds the stem of a lotus flower on which the Prajnaparamita (Perfection of Wisdom) scripture rests, representing the embodiment of wisdom and the teaching of emptiness. Black Manjushri is adorned with a five-skull crown, representing the Five Wisdoms of the Buddha, each skull symbolizing the transformation of the five poisons (ignorance, desire, hatred, pride, and jealousy) into wisdom. Atop his head, a prominent ushnisha signifies his supreme wisdom and enlightened consciousness. Surrounding him is a flaming halo, which represents the primordial wisdom of the Buddha, burning away all obstacles and ignorance, and symbolizing his role as a powerful force of transformation and purification. He is also draped in silks, jewels, bone ornaments, and tiger skin garments, further emphasizing his fearsome yet compassionate nature, and he is often surrounded by flames, symbolizing wisdom and the power to purify the mind.
Size: 10”/25.5cm (Height) x 7.5”/19cm (Base)
Weight: 1.86 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body
Black Manjushri is a wrathful manifestation of Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism. He embodies the fierce aspect of wisdom, which is used to overcome ignorance and delusion. Black Manjushri is depicted with a dark blue-black or black body, symbolizing his power to transform negativity into positive energy. His expression is often semi-wrathful or wrathful, reflecting his compassionate yet powerful nature that subdues harmful influences. Black Manjushri is a protector and a powerful force for spiritual transformation, helping practitioners cut through ignorance and attain higher wisdom.
