Deity: Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva (大势至菩萨) – With Avalokiteshvara and Amitabha, one of the Western Triple Gem (西方三圣). Represents joyful giving (喜舍) and the symbol of light and reason (光明理性的象征); invoked to increase energy, self-fulfilment (增长能量,自我成就), and to gather and preserve wealth (聚财守财). Sacred patron (Ben Ming Fo) for the Zodiac Horse (生肖马的守护神).
Art School: Tibetan Buddhist Thangka (八大守护+坛城) – Mahasthamaprapta 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 Bodhisattva of Great Strength Mahasthamaprapta (大势至菩萨) forms the Western Triple Gem with Avalokiteshvara and Amitabha (西方三圣). He represents joyful giving (喜舍) and is the symbol of light and reason (光明理性的象征). In tradition he is invoked to "increase energy and self-fulfilment" (增长能量,自我成就) and to "gather and preserve wealth" (聚财守财). He is the sacred patron for those born in the Year of the Horse (生肖马的守护神). This 4x5cm Mahasthamaprapta with Eight Guardians and Mandala pendant, with dual-sided card holder and gift box, is a portable support for joyful giving, light and wealth.
II. Visual Analysis: The Bodhisattva of Light and the Mandala This masterpiece features Mahasthamaprapta with the Eight Guardians and mandala in harmonious composition:
Main Image: The pendant shows Mahasthamaprapta in classic form—serene, often holding a lotus or jewel, radiating light and reason; 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 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 Mahasthamaprapta Thangka sits close to the body as a portable shrine for joyful giving and wealth—a support for "increasing energy and self-fulfilment" (增长能量,自我成就) and "gathering and preserving wealth" (聚财守财), and for Horse 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: Joyful Giving and Wealth The Mahasthamaprapta Thangka offers comprehensive support: joyful giving; light and reason; increase in energy and self-fulfilment; and gathering and preserving wealth. For Horse natives, he is the sacred patron. He is a powerful support for practitioners and collectors who seek the presence of the Bodhisattva of Great Strength in compact form.
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