6-Armed Mahakala Mini Thangka with Brocade

This miniature thangka depicts the Dharma Protector Six-Armed Mahakala, printed on photo paper and mounted on a simple brocade frame. Ideal as part of a portable travel altar or compact workplace shrine.

Six-Armed Mahakala is a wrathful emanation of Chenrezig, the Buddha of Compassion. He is the special protector of the highest scope of the Lamrim and is propitiated to aid in the study, contemplation and realisation of the highest scope of the teachings.

This enlightened Dharma Protector who is also known as ‘The Great Black’ is invoked by all schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Every part of his holy form has deep spiritual meaning, no matter how fearsome he looks. His five-skull crown symbolises the transformation of the five poisons - anger, desire, ignorance, jealousy and pride — into the five wisdoms. His six arms represent the attainment of the Six Perfections (Six Paramitas) - generosity, patience, morality, diligence, meditation, and wisdom. Overall, his wrathful appearance symbolises his power to help us overcome negativities, obstacles and provide conducive conditions for our spiritual practice.

Product Details

• Material: Photo print and brocade
• Height (print only): 141mm (5.6-in)
• Height (including brocade frame): 280mm (11.0-in)
• Width (print only): 92mm (3.6-in)
• Width (including brocade frame): 217mm (8.5-in)
• Weight: 0.03 kg (0.06 lbs)