Spiritual Oxidized Tsongkhapa Set Statue | Altar Decoration
This Oxidized Tsongkhapa Set Statue features three intricately handcrafted figures. The central Tsongkhapa statue measures 19.5”/49.5cm in height and 11.6”/29.5cm at the base. Accompanying it are the statues of Je Khedrup and Je Gyaltsab, each standing 15.7”/40cm tall with a base width of 9.8”/25cm. The total weight of the set is 14.80 kg. Crafted from oxidized copper and featuring detailed gold and acrylic paintings, this set beautifully represents the revered Tibetan masters, making a distinguished addition to any spiritual collection or altar.
Tsongkhapa, the great philosopher and founder of the Gelug school, is portrayed in deep meditation performing the Dharmachakra Mudra—the gesture of teaching—with both hands held at his chest. From his hands rise two lotus stalks: atop the left lotus is a flaming sword, symbolizing the penetrating clarity of wisdom that cuts through ignorance; atop the right lotus rests the Prajñāpāramitā Sutra, representing the perfection of wisdom and the foundation of his teachings. Besides him are his devoted disciples. Je Gyaltsab and Je Khedrup are depicted performing the Vitarka Mudra, the gesture of discussion and reasoning, emphasizing their role as transmitters of the Dharma. Each holds a scripture, signifying their dedication to preserving and disseminating Tsongkhapa’s profound insights. This exquisite set captures the essence of wisdom, lineage, and the continuity of enlightened knowledge.
Tsongkhapa Size– 19.5”/49.5cm (Height) x 11.6”/29.5cm (Base)
Je Khedrup Size – 15.7”/40cm (Height) x 9.8”/25cm (Base)
Je Gyaltsab Size – 15.7”/40cm (Height) x 9.8”/25cm (Base)
Total Weight: 14.80kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Gold & Acrylic Paintings
Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) is a well-known Tibetan religious philosopher. A devout monk, Tsongkhapa undertook the challenging task of compiling and studying all the Indian Buddhist classics available in Tibet during his time. In his iconic form, wearing a tall yellow hat, he is the center of the Gelugpa sect that was dominant in Tibet until the Chinese takeover in 1951, and whose de facto leader is the Dalai Lama.
Gyaltsab Je was Lama Tsongkhapa's most famous student. He oversaw the building of Gaden Monastery (established by Lama Tsongkhapa) and was named its second monk after Tsongkhapa. After Lama Tsongkhapa's death, he became the Gaden Tripa, or "holder of the Gaden Throne," the head of the Gelug tradition.
Khedrup Je was a prolific author, writing fifty-eight treatises and numerous prayer books. His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama, uses an essential scripture on Kalachakra as the foundation for his Kalachakra Tantra empowerments.
