Description
Tibetan Buddhism Statue of Rahula: Guardian of Dharma | Wrathful Protector Deity
The statue of Rahula stands at 8.9 inches (22.5 cm) tall with a broad base measuring 5.3 inches (13.5 cm), weighing 1.33 kilograms. Expertly crafted from a copper body, it showcases intricate detailing and traditional artistry. The surface is adorned with vibrant acrylic paintings that highlight its fierce and protective nature.
This fierce protector is portrayed with nine heads stacked vertically, each face featuring three eyes, while extra eyes peek from his serpentine lower body. His form blends intense vigilance with mystical strength. The snake-like coils of his lower half symbolize transformation and hidden power. Clutched firmly in his two main hands are a bow and arrow, representing sharp focus and spiritual readiness. His upper right hand holds a staff, a symbol of authority and guidance, while his lower right hand grips a lasso, representing the power to capture hostile forces. Standing on a square base lined with skulls, the statue reminds us of conquering mortality. A blazing halo behind him casts a fierce glow, embodying his role as a protector and purifier.
Size: 8.9”/22.5cm (Height) x 5.3”/13.5cm (Base)
Weight: 1.33 kg
Material: Copper Body, Acrylic Paintings, 24K Gold Gilded
Rahula, the powerful protector deity known for guarding the Dharma and dispelling obstacles, is depicted with a striking array of heads, each representing a unique aspect of his divine power. At the center sits a fierce red face, crowned by a raven's head—an emblem of ultimate wisdom and transformation. His primary hands hold a bow and arrow, ready to defend against ignorance. Below the raven, three more faces appear: a white face, a blue face, and finally, a wrathful green face that embodies his unwavering strength. Behind him blazes a radiant halo, its flames symbolizing the burning away of negativity and the illumination of truth. Rahula is adorned with a garland of skulls, a reminder of impermanence, and wears a tiger-skin cloth, signifying his fearless courage. Seated firmly upon a sun disc lotus base, he radiates both protection and enlightenment.