Deity: Amitabha Buddha (阿弥陀佛) – One of the Buddhas of the Three Times (横三世佛之一), lord of the Western Pure Land (西方极乐世界). Invoked to remove karmic obstacles (消除业障), free oneself from life's afflictions (摆脱生活中各种烦恼), and enrich the mind (丰盈思想). Sacred patron (Ben Ming Fo) for the Zodiac Dog and Pig (生肖狗猪的守护神).
Art School: Tibetan Buddhist Thangka (八大守护+坛城) – Amitabha with Eight Guardians and Mandala; authentic lineage transmission.
Origin: Tibet (Authentic lineage transmission).
Dimensions: Painting Core 4 x 5 cm.
Pigments: 100% Authentic Natural Mineral Pigments (Colour stability for 100+ years).
Casing: Protective Casing with Dual-Sided Card Holder (Durable; rope/beads not included). Gift box included.
I. Cultural Context: The Lord of the Western Pure Land Amitabha Buddha (阿弥陀佛) is one of the Buddhas of the Three Times and presides over the Western Pure Land (西方极乐世界). In tradition he is invoked to "remove karmic obstacles" (消除业障), "free oneself from life's afflictions" (摆脱生活中各种烦恼), and "enrich the mind" (丰盈思想). He is the sacred patron (Ben Ming Fo) for those born in the Year of the Dog and the Year of the Pig (生肖狗猪的守护神). This 4x5cm Amitabha with Eight Guardians and Mandala pendant, with dual-sided card holder and gift box, is a portable support for liberation and pure-land aspiration.
II. Visual Analysis: The Buddha of Infinite Light and the Mandala This masterpiece features Amitabha with the Eight Guardians and mandala in harmonious composition: Main Image: The pendant shows Amitabha in classic form—serene expression, meditation or welcoming gesture, seated on a lotus; the Eight Guardians and mandala may appear as a backdrop or in relation to the central figure. The 4x5cm painting core keeps the iconography clear and spiritually potent. Detail: Close-up, the painting reveals the layering of natural mineral pigments—reds and gold associated with the Western Pure Land—and the precise brushwork that defines the Buddha, guardians, mandala and lotus, showcasing the masterful artistry of Tibetan lineage painters. Casing: The protective casing with dual-sided card holder wraps the painting with a durable finish, allowing the sacred image to be carried or displayed; the gift box makes it suitable as a precious offering or present. Wearing: Worn as a pendant, the Amitabha Thangka sits close to the body as a portable shrine for liberation and pure-land aspiration—a support for "removing karmic obstacles" (消除业障) and for Dog and Pig natives, the blessing of their sacred patron.
III. Artistic Alchemy: Eternal Gemstone Pigments Painted in authentic Tibetan Buddhist tradition, this pendant uses Natural Mineral Pigments that remain stable for over a hundred years. The piece is "inheritable and collectible" (可传承, 可收藏), carrying the living energy of Buddhist sacred art. The dual-sided card holder and gift box add both function and dignity for daily use or gifting.
IV. Spiritual Merit & Modern Efficacy: Liberation and Pure Land The Amitabha Thangka offers comprehensive support: removal of karmic obstacles; freedom from afflictions; enrichment of the mind; and for Dog and Pig natives, the blessing of the sacred patron. He is a powerful support for practitioners and collectors who seek the presence of the Lord of the Western Pure Land in compact form.
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