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Mahakala Bernakchen Statue | Sacred Guardian of the Karma Kagyu Tradition
This Mahakala Bernakchen Statue showcases the refined artistry and traditional craftsmanship of Himalayan Buddhist sculpture. Measuring 19.5 cm (7.6 inches) in height with a 15 cm (5.9 inches) base and weighing 1.49 kg, it features a copper body enhanced with 24K gold gilding and detailed acrylic painting. The radiant gold surface highlights Mahakala Bernakchen’s powerful form, fierce expression, symbolic attributes, flowing garments, and intricate ornamental details, while the acrylic painting adds definition, contrast, and subtle depth to selected features. The combination of precise copper craftsmanship, gold gilding, and traditional painting reflects the skill and dedication of Himalayan artisans in creating this sacred guardian representing protection, strength, and the preservation of the Karma Kagyu tradition.
Mahakala Bernakchen, revered as a powerful wrathful protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism, embodies fearless compassion, protection of the Dharma, and the removal of obstacles. This sacred form is depicted with a fierce expression, representing the force of enlightened activity that destroys ignorance, negativity, and harmful influences. His three eyes symbolize awareness of the past, present, and future, while his wrathful features express the power to overcome obstacles and protect practitioners. His right hand holds a curved knife (kartika), symbolizing the cutting through of attachment and delusion, while his left hand holds a skull cup (kapala), representing the transformation of negative forces into wisdom. Adorned with a crown of five skulls, bone ornaments, and wrathful garments, he represents the transformation of the five poisons into the five wisdoms. This powerful representation inspires practitioners to cultivate fearlessness, spiritual strength, protection, and unwavering commitment to the path of awakening.
Size: 7.6”/19.5cm (Height) x 5.9”/15cm (Base)
Weight: 1.49 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Mahakala Bernakchen, or "The Black Cloak" Mahakala, is a wrathful emanation of Avalokiteshvara, specifically revered as the principal protector of the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. He is a potent guardian against obstacles, external and internal, and vows to swiftly overcome hindrances to spiritual practice and enlightenment. His fierce appearance is a compassionate expression, subduing negative forces for the benefit of all beings.
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