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Handmade Vajrapani Statue of Protection | Nepalese Crafted Icon
Handmade Vajrapani Statue of Protection measures 12.6” (32 cm) in height and 9.8” (25 cm) at the base, weighing 3.30 kg. Crafted from copper with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings, it embodies traditional Himalayan artistry. Representing the fierce protector of the Dharma, Vajrapani is ideal for enhancing meditation spaces, altars, or collections with powerful spiritual presence.
The statue portrays Vajrapani with his right hand raised holding a vajra, symbolizing indestructible power, while his left hand holds a lasso to subdue hostile forces. He is adorned with a five-skull crown, signifying spiritual mastery, and encircled by a flaming aureole, representing his wrathful energy that dispels obstacles. His wrathful expression reflects his fierce determination to protect the Dharma. This statue captures the essence of Vajrapani as the guardian of the Buddha’s teachings, embodying strength, protection, and transformation.
Size: 12.6”/32cm (Height) x 9.8”/25cm (Base)
Weight: 3.30kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings
Vajrapani is a revered figure in both Buddhist and Hindu traditions, known as the protector of the Dharma and a guardian of the Buddha's teachings. Originating in India, Vajrapani is often depicted as a wrathful deity, wielding a vajra (thunderbolt) to symbolize indestructible power and the ability to overcome obstacles. As a Bodhisattva, he embodies strength, courage, and the protection of wisdom, and he is often shown as a fierce, wrathful figure to represent the forceful removal of ignorance and spiritual hindrances. His role is essential in both monastic and lay settings, as a protector and guide who helps practitioners overcome inner and outer obstacles on the path to enlightenment.