Handcrafted Statue of Yamantaka Manifestation of Manjushri | Fierce Protector of the Dharma
The Handcrafted Statue of Yamantaka, the Manifestation of Manjushri, measures 14.2 inches (36 cm) in height and 9.8 inches (25 cm) across the base, weighing 5.50 kilograms. Made from a copper body, it is adorned with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings. This piece reflects traditional craftsmanship and makes a refined addition to any altar, meditation space, or art collection.
The wrathful face emphasizes his fierce compassion and protective power, while the serene back face reveals his peaceful nature. In his right hands, he holds a sword and a vajra axe, symbolizing the cutting through of ignorance and the destruction of delusions. His left hands hold a lasso, a skull cup, and a trident, each representing control over harmful forces and the transformation of negativity. The consort embraces him, signifying the union of wisdom and method, completing the dynamic balance of his form.
Size: 14.2”/36cm (Height) x 9.8”/25cm (Base)
Weight: 5.50kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings
In many Buddhist traditions, Yamantaka, also known as Vajrabhairava, is a fierce incarnation of Manjushri, the embodiment of knowledge. He represents the forceful side of compassion and is depicted as having many faces, arms, and legs. With his many limbs and furious expression, he describes the ability to overcome death and the forces of ignorance and evil. Practitioners can call upon his tremendous compassion to empower their own and overcome barriers on the path to enlightenment. The intricate symbolism of Yamantaka's numerous limbs and features represents the union of wisdom and method, which is essential to the tantric path. He is portrayed as having defeated Mara, the personification of evil, signifying the triumph of good over evil.
