Statue of Vajrapani, Protector of Enlightenment | Himalayan Bhaisajyaguru
Vajrapani, Protector of Enlightenment stands 34.5 cm (13.6 inches) tall and 24 cm (9.4 inches) wide, with a weight of 3.48 kg. Crafted from an oxidized copper body, it is adorned with delicate gold and acrylic paintings, further embellished with gemstones that enhance its sacred elegance.
The wrathful face emphasizes his power and compassion, representing Buddhism's fierce guardian ideal. On the one hand, he holds a vajra (thunderbolt), a potent symbol of unbreakable strength and knowledge that represents the capacity to cut through misconceptions and ignorance. His skull crown and the flames that frequently surround him represent his mastery of death and the transforming ability he possesses to purify harmful forces.
Size: 13.6”/34.5cm (Height) × 9.4”/24cm (Width)
Weight: 3.48kg
Material: Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body, Gemstones
Vajrapani is a revered figure in both Buddhist and Hindu traditions, known as the protector of the Dharma and a guardian of the Buddha's teachings. Originating in India, Vajrapani is often depicted as a wrathful deity, wielding a vajra (thunderbolt) to symbolize indestructible power and the ability to overcome obstacles. As a Bodhisattva, he embodies strength, courage, and the protection of wisdom, and he is often shown as a fierce, wrathful figure that removes spiritual hindrances and protects practitioners from hostile forces. His role is essential in both exoteric and esoteric practices, where he helps safeguard the path to enlightenment.
