Traditional Mahakala Bernagchen Statue | Tibetan Art
Mahakala Bernagchen Statue stands 9.8 inches (25 cm) tall and measures 7.1 inches (18 cm) across the base, with an impressive weight of 21.90 kg. Crafted from a copper body, it is gilded in 24K gold and adorned with intricate gold and acrylic paintings that enhance its powerful presence. Representing the fierce protector of Vajrayana Buddhism, this statue embodies strength and spiritual protection, making it a commanding centerpiece for any altar, meditation space, or sacred collection.
Mahakala Bernagchen is depicted in a fierce and powerful form, holding a skull cup in his left hand and a curved knife in his left, both symbols of his ability to conquer and cut through hostile forces. He sits in the dynamic Alidhasana posture, stepping on negative beings that represent ignorance and harmful influences. His wrathful face is framed by a radiant, flaming halo, emphasizing his intense energy and protective strength. Seated on a sun disc lotus base, he signifies spiritual awakening and purity. The five-pointed skull crown on his head represents the transformation of the five negative emotions into enlightened wisdom.
Size: 9.8”/25cm (Height) x 7.1”/18cm (Base)
Weight: 21.90 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Mahakala Bernagchen is a wrathful protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism, especially revered in the Karma Kagyu lineage, where he serves as the primary guardian of the Dharma and its practitioners. His primary purpose is to eliminate obstacles —both external and internal —that hinder spiritual progress, such as ignorance, attachment, ego, and opposing forces. He protects the teachings and practitioners from harm, ensuring the continuity and purity of the Buddhist path.
