Handcrafted Statue of Yama Dharmaraja: Fierce Protector of Wisdom
This handcrafted statue of Yama Dharmaraja embodies the fierce protector of wisdom in Tibetan Buddhism. Standing 14.96 inches (38 cm) tall with a base of 9.84 inches (25 cm) and weighing 7.06 kg, the statue is meticulously crafted with an oxidized copper body and silver plating. The vibrant acrylic paintings bring out the dynamic presence of this wrathful deity, symbolizing the impermanence of life and the consequences of actions. A powerful focal point for any sacred space, this statue serves as a reminder to cultivate virtue and mindfulness in both this life and the afterlife.
Yama Dharmaraja, the lord of death in Tibetan Buddhism, is a fearsome deity who rules the underworld and judges the deeds of beings after death. Depicted with a blue or black body, a crown of skulls, and a garland of severed heads, he holds a noose in one hand to capture those bound by karma and a mace or sword in the other to destroy ignorance and attachment. While his wrathful form may evoke fear, Yama embodies the essential functions of death and judgment, reminding beings of the impermanence of life and the consequences of their actions. As a protector of the Dharma, Yama encourages practitioners to cultivate virtuous deeds, emphasizing the importance of ethical living, meditation, and spiritual discipline in preparation for both this life and the afterlife.
Size: 14.96”/38cm (Height) x 9.84”/25cm (Base)
Weight: 7.06 kg
Material: Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body, Silver Plating
Yama Dharmaraja, often known simply as Yama, is the god of death in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions. In Buddhism, he is the ruler of the underworld and the judge of the dead, overseeing the judgment of beings based on their karma. Yama is typically depicted as a fierce figure with a buffalo head, holding a noose to capture souls and a staff to punish the wicked. His role is to maintain the karmic cycle, reminding beings of the consequences of their actions and emphasizing the impermanence of life and the importance of ethical living.
