Description
The Fierce Guardian: Six-Armed Mahakala Statue for Spiritual Protection
Introducing the Copper Six-Armed Mahakala Statue, an impressive representation of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition's potent protector deity. With a height of 7.8 inches and a base measuring 6.2 inches, this 1.52 kg statue perfectly embodies Six-Armed Mahakala's powerful and energetic nature. This sculpture, made of a copper body and embellished with 24K gold gilding and intricate gold and acrylic paintings, represents Mahakala's unwavering might and wrath against evil forces and impediments.
An incarnation of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Six-Armed Mahakala is honored as the guardian of the dharma and its practitioners. Holding symbolic weapons and items in each of his six arms are his vows to help beings overcome ignorance, attachment, and aversion. The 24K gold gilding illuminates his formidable form, emphasizing his divine power and spiritual authority. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the acrylic paintings bring depth and intensity to his terrifying expression, inspiring devotion and respect.
Size: 7.8"/20cm (Height) x 6.2"/16cm (Base)
Weight: 1.52 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
A key character in Tibetan Buddhism, Six-Armed Mahakala represents the wrathful energy and protecting force required to overcome impediments to spiritual advancement. Being a forceful example of compassion, he serves as a powerful reminder of the need to face and transform harmful energy and forces. In order to invoke his protection and blessings for practitioners as well as the larger community, his practice consists of rituals, prayers, and offerings.