Statue of Vajrayogini, Supreme Wisdom | Goddess of Liberation
Vajrayogini, Supreme Wisdom, stands 57 cm (22.4 inches) in height and 49 cm (19.3 inches) at the base, with a weight of 9.22 kg. Made from a copper body, it is adorned with gemstones and intricate acrylic paintings, and is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding. The statue is carved with deeply engraved details that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect, showcasing luxurious craftsmanship and exceptional attention to detail.
Vajrayogini stands as a powerful female Buddha and ḍakini in Vajrayana Buddhism, embodying the perfect blend of wisdom (prajna) and compassion (karuna) on the journey toward enlightenment. In her right hand, she wields a khatvanga trident, representing the three Buddha bodies: Dharmakaya (truth), Sambhogakaya (bliss), and Nirmaṇakaya (manifestation). Her left hand holds a skull cup brimming with blood, a vivid symbol of transforming defilements into clarity. With a flaying knife that severs ignorance and attachment, she radiates a blazing halo, shining with the light of awakening. Adorned with a skull garland and a crown of five skulls, she reminds us of impermanence and the conversion of the five afflictions into wisdom. Standing proudly atop Kalaratri and Bhairava, Vajrayogini triumphs over ego and illusion with unmatched grace and strength.
Size: 22.4”/57cm (Height) x 19.3”/49cm (Base)
Weight: 9.22 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
A key figure in Vajrayana Buddhism, Vajrayogini represents the synthesis of bliss and emptiness, as well as the pinnacle of wisdom. She is portrayed as a ferocious red goddess holding a skullcup and a knife with a vajra handle, signifying the transformational force of enlightenment. Her techniques are complex and call for the right initiation, such as visualization and reciting mantras. Vajrayogini, who is revered in the Sakya, Kagyu, and Gelug schools, is particularly important to female practitioners as a symbol of empowerment and feminine enlightenment. She also plays a vital role in assisting practitioners on their path to enlightenment.
