4x5cm Karma Kagyu Manjushri Bodhisattva Thangka Pendant: The Bodhisattva of Wisdom
$1,299.00 USD
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Deity: Manjushri Bodhisattva (文殊菩萨) – The Bodhisattva of Great Wisdom; who develops wisdom and insight, aids children in study, officials in rank, and merchants in wealth; and overcomes obstacles in competition.
Art School: Chi Gang / Karma Kagyu Style (齐岗画派) – A renowned Tibetan lineage famous for its elegant linework, thin pigments, and ethereal, spacious compositions.
Origin: Tibet (Authentic lineage transmission).
Dimensions: Painting Core 4 x 5 cm.
Pigments: 100% Authentic Natural Mineral Pigments (Color stability for 100+ years).
Casing: Premium 925 Silver Dunhuang Nine-Colour Deer Casing (Durable protection; rope/beads not included).
Zodiac Connection: Sacred Patron (Ben Ming Fo) for the Year of the Rabbit.
I. Cultural Context: The Sword of Wisdom Manjushri's name signifies "Gentle Glory" and he embodies transcendent wisdom (大智慧). In Tibetan and East Asian tradition, he is invoked to "develop wisdom and enhance insight" (开发智慧，提高悟性), to help "children achieve academic success" (小孩学业有成), "officials gain fortune and rank" (官人福禄双增), and "merchants increase wealth and blessing" (商人增财增福). He protects those born in the Year of the Rabbit, "increasing creativity and potential" (增加创造力、开发力), helping one "prevail in competition" (使您在竞争中战胜对手) and "achieve flourishing career" (事业飞黄腾达). Devout wearing is said to "double the blessing of Manjushri" (能获文殊菩萨保佑加倍), "increase wisdom and smooth study and career" (增长智慧，使学业事业顺利), "harmonise marriage" (婚姻和谐), and "remove all afflictions" (破除一切烦恼).
II. Visual Analysis: The Serene Majesty of Karma Kagyu This Karma Kagyu masterpiece features the distinct character of the school:
Main Image: The pendant shows Manjushri with serene, youthful bearing—the sword of wisdom (cutting ignorance) and scripture (Prajnaparamita) clearly rendered. The composition balances spaciousness with precise iconography; flowing robes and lotus seat convey purity and wisdom on the 4x5cm painting core.
Detail: Close-up, the painting reveals the layering of natural mineral pigments and the precise brushwork that defines the sword, scripture, and flowing robes—showcasing the masterful artistry of Tibetan lineage painters.
Casing: The 925 silver Dunhuang Nine-Colour Deer casing wraps the painting with cultural elegance. The Nine-Colour Deer motif evokes the Dunhuang legend of compassion and protection, linking the pendant to Silk Road Buddhist art.
Wearing: Worn as a pendant, the Manjushri Thangka sits close to the body as a portable shrine for wisdom and success—a support for "developing wisdom and enhancing insight" (开发智慧，提高悟性) and for Rabbit natives, "double the blessing of Manjushri" (能获文殊菩萨保佑加倍).
III. Artistic Alchemy: The Eternal Glow of Minerals Painted by lineage masters in Tibet, this Thangka utilises Natural Mineral Pigments. Crushed malachite, azurite, cinnabar, and pure gold are layered to create colours that remain stable for over a hundred years. The 925 silver Dunhuang Nine-Colour Deer casing protects the painting and elevates the pendant as a collectible and inheritable (可传承, 可收藏) sacred object.
IV. Spiritual Merit & Modern Efficacy: Wisdom and Success The Manjushri Thangka offers comprehensive support: wisdom and insight; academic and career success; creativity and competitive advantage; marriage harmony; and removal of afflictions. For Rabbit natives, wearing this pendant is believed to attract double blessing and align them with their highest potential for wisdom and success.
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