Deity: Acala (不动明王) – The Immovable One; wrathful wisdom deity. Invoked for discipline and perseverance (自律坚韧), to unleash wisdom and potential (发挥自身智慧潜力), dispel obstacles (扫除障碍), cause evil spirits that harm beings to fear and retreat (使侵扰众生之邪魔畏惧而远离), seize life opportunities (抓住人生机遇), and bring family happiness and a smooth life (家庭幸福美满,一生顺遂). Sacred patron (Ben Ming Fo) for the Year of the Rooster (生肖鸡的守护神).
Art School: Rekong Red-Gold Buddha Head (热贡红金佛首) – Hand-painted by Rekong masters; bold cinnabar background, layered gold-leaf halo; authentic lineage transmission.
Origin: Rekong / Tibet (Authentic lineage transmission).
Dimensions: Painting Core 3 x 3 cm.
Pigments: 100% Authentic Natural Mineral Pigments and gold leaf (Colour stability for 100+ years).
Casing: Jewellery Copper Casing with Dual-Sided Card Holder (Durable; rope/beads not included).
Zodiac Connection: Sacred Patron (Ben Ming Fo) for the Year of the Rooster.
I. Cultural Context: Acala (不动明王), the Immovable One, is a wrathful wisdom deity who embodies unwavering determination. In Tibetan and East Asian tradition he is invoked to "discipline and perseverance" (自律坚韧), to "unleash wisdom and potential" (发挥自身智慧潜力), "dispel obstacles" (扫除障碍), cause "evil spirits that harm beings to fear and retreat" (使侵扰众生之邪魔畏惧而远离), "seize life opportunities" (抓住人生机遇), and bring "family happiness and a smooth life" (家庭幸福美满,一生顺遂). He is the sacred patron for those born in the Year of the Rooster. This 3x3cm Rekong Red-Gold Acala Buddha Head pendant is a portable support for discipline, protection and fortune.
II. Visual Analysis: The Grace of Rekong Red-Gold This Rekong Red-Gold Buddha Head masterpiece features the distinct character of the school: Main Image: The pendant shows the Acala Buddha Head—the fierce yet compassionate face of the Immovable One, with the bold cinnabar red background and layered gold-leaf halo that define the Rekong Red-Gold style. The 3x3cm painting core keeps the iconography clear and spiritually potent. Detail: Close-up, the painting reveals the layering of mineral pigments and gold leaf, and the precise brushwork that defines the Buddha head and halo, showcasing the masterful artistry of Rekong lineage painters. Casing: The jewellery copper casing with dual-sided card holder wraps the painting with a durable, elegant finish, keeping the sacred image secure for daily wear. Wearing: Worn as a pendant, the Acala Buddha Head Thangka sits close to the body as a portable shrine for discipline and protection—a support for "dispel obstacles" (扫除障碍) and "seize life opportunities" (抓住人生机遇), and for Rooster natives, the blessing of their sacred patron.
III. Artistic Alchemy: Rekong Mineral Pigments and Gold Leaf Painted by Rekong masters, this pendant uses Natural Mineral Pigments and gold leaf on a bold cinnabar background. The piece is "inheritable and collectible" (可传承, 可收藏). The jewellery copper casing offers lasting protection and a classic aesthetic suited to protection and discipline practice.
IV. Spiritual Merit & Modern Efficacy: Discipline and Protection The Acala Buddha Head Thangka offers comprehensive support: discipline and perseverance; unleashing wisdom and potential; dispelling obstacles; causing harmful forces to retreat; seizing life opportunities; family happiness and a smooth life. For Rooster natives, wearing this pendant aligns with the blessing of Acala as their sacred patron. He is a powerful support for practitioners and collectors who seek the Immovable One in compact form.
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