Description
Golden Handmade Vajrapani Statue: Bodhisattva of Protection
This Handmade Vajrapani Statue, also known as the Bodhisattva of Protection, stands at 12.8”/32.5cm in height and 10.2”/26cm at the base, weighing 3.27 kg. Made from copper with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings, it reflects exquisite craftsmanship. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this piece embodies traditional artistry and makes a powerful addition to altars, meditation spaces, or spiritual collections.
Vajrapani is depicted in a dynamic dancing posture, symbolizing the active destruction of ignorance and the protection of practitioners on the path to enlightenment. His wrathful expression reflects the fierce compassion with which he removes obstacles and protects the Dharma. In his right hand, he holds a vajra, representing indestructible spiritual power, while his left hand wields a lasso, used to bind and subdue harmful forces. Adorned with a five-skull crown, he embodies the transformation of the five poisons into wisdom. Encircled by a radiant halo that signifies his enlightened energy, Vajrapani stands firmly atop a sun disc lotus base, representing purity and the illumination of wisdom.
Size: 12.8”/32.5cm (Height) x 10.2”/26cm (Base)
Weight: 3.27kg
Materials: Copper Body, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, 24K Gold Gilded
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 to represent the removal of spiritual hindrances and the protection of practitioners. His role is essential in both exoteric and esoteric practices, where he helps safeguard the path to enlightenment.