Deity: Akasagarbha Bodhisattva (虚空藏菩萨) – The treasury deity of the Buddhist realm (佛界的财神), a fundamental wealth deity (根本的财宝本尊). Wearing is said to smooth the path of wealth (财路畅通无阻), generate and gather wealth (能生财聚财), attract noble support from all directions (得八方贵人相助), keep petty persons at bay (远离小人), and bring flourishing wealth and fortune (人财俱旺). Sacred patron (Ben Ming Fo) for the Zodiac Ox and Tiger (生肖牛虎的守护神).
Art School: Tibetan Buddhist Thangka (八大守护+坛城) – Akasagarbha 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: Premium 925 Silver Casing (Durable; rope/beads not included). Gift box included.
I. Cultural Context: The Treasury of Space Akasagarbha Bodhisattva (虚空藏菩萨) is the treasury deity of the Buddhist realm (佛界的财神) and a fundamental wealth deity (根本的财宝本尊). In tradition, wearing his image is said to "smooth the path of wealth" (财路畅通无阻), "generate and gather wealth" (能生财聚财), "attract noble support from all directions" (得八方贵人相助), "keep petty persons at bay" (远离小人), and "bring flourishing wealth and fortune" (人财俱旺). He is the sacred patron for those born in the Year of the Ox and the Year of the Tiger (生肖牛虎的守护神). This 4x5cm Akasagarbha with Eight Guardians and Mandala pendant, with 925 silver casing and gift box, is a portable support for wealth and protection.
II. Visual Analysis: The Bodhisattva of the Treasury and the Mandala This masterpiece features Akasagarbha with the Eight Guardians and mandala in harmonious composition:
Main Image: The pendant shows Akasagarbha in classic form—serene, often holding a jewel or sword symbolising the treasury of the Dharma; 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 and the precise brushwork that defines the Bodhisattva, guardians, mandala and attributes, showcasing the masterful artistry of Tibetan lineage painters.
Casing: The 925 silver casing wraps the painting with a durable, elegant 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 Akasagarbha Thangka sits close to the body as a portable shrine for wealth and protection—a support for "smoothing the path of wealth" (财路畅通无阻) and "flourishing wealth and fortune" (人财俱旺), and for Ox and Tiger 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 925 silver casing and gift box add both elegance and dignity for daily use or gifting.
IV. Spiritual Merit & Modern Efficacy: Wealth and Protection The Akasagarbha Thangka offers comprehensive support: smooth path of wealth; generation and gathering of wealth; noble support from all directions; keeping petty persons at bay; and flourishing wealth and fortune. For Ox and Tiger natives, he is the sacred patron. He is a powerful support for practitioners and collectors who seek the presence of the Treasury of Space in compact form.
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