Chenrezig Thangka (The Lords of the Three Families) A Sanctuary of Compassion

The Story in the Details

• Dimensions: 60 x 45 cm (Vertical)
• Sacred Materials: Genuine 24K Gold, Hand-Ground Mineral Pigments, Cotton Canvas
• Hand-Painted In: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
• Artistic Tradition: Karma Gadri Style (emphasizing open landscapes)
• Framing: [Unframed / Traditional Silk Brocade]
• A Unique Creation: Original, one-of-a-kind devotional painting.
• Consecration: Available on request

Iconography: The Rigsum Gonpo Assembly

This thangka presents the Rigsum Gonpo, the Lords of the Three Families. It is a complete trinity of Buddhist practice, ensuring your compassion is always supported by intelligence and strength.

Central Deity – Chenrezig (The Heart of Compassion)

At the center sits Chenrezig, the embodiment of infinite love. He mirrors the kindness already present within you.

• Sacred Form: 
  His radiant white body glows against the halo, symbolizing purity unstained by the world.
• The Mudra: 
  His first two hands clasp a wish-fulfilling jewel at his heart, representing Bodhichitta—the altruistic intention to help all beings.
• Attributes: 
  He holds a crystal rosary (continuous liberation) and a lotus flower (wisdom blooming amidst suffering).

The Upper Realm

• Top Center: Amitayus (Long Life): 
  Hovering above is the red Buddha, Amitayus. 
  He pours down blessings of longevity, ensuring you have the health and time required to walk your path.

The Supporting Lords

• Bottom Left: Manjushri (Wisdom): 
  Standing in a golden-yellow hue, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom cuts through ignorance. 
  He helps you find clarity in confusion and sharpens your understanding.
• Bottom Right: Vajrapani (Power): 
  Standing in deep blue, the Bodhisattva of Power represents the energy to act. 
  He removes obstacles and provides the spiritual strength to sustain your practice.

The Living Landscape of the Mind

The deities reside within a breathtaking natural environment that invites your mind to rest, moving away from crowded brocades to create a sense of breath and openness.

• Background Style: 
  The verdant landscape uses open green spaces and soft gradients to represent the vastness of the awakened mind.
• Symbolic Elements: 
  Flowing waterfalls and lush hills signify the continuous flow of blessings and spiritual merit.
• Sacred Realm: 
  This setting depicts the Pure Land of Potala, a realm of beauty accessible through a pure heart.

A Legacy of Devotion in Every Brushstroke

This piece is a work of living history, not mass-produced, but heart-crafted with quiet devotion.

• Artistic Lineage: 
  Brought to life by a master artist from the Kathmandu Valley, where painting is a form of prayer.
• Renowned For: 
  The delicate shading and precise application of 24K goldhighlight the deities' ornaments.
• Craftsmanship: 
  Each brushstroke is a meditative act, following sacred proportions to ensure spiritual potency.

A Sacred Tool for Your Path

• For Meditation: 
  Use this thangka to cultivate the "Three Qualities": Compassion (Chenrezig), Wisdom (Manjushri), and Strength (Vajrapani).
• The Heart-Mantra: 
  Chanting Om Mani Padme Hum while viewing the center figure invokes Chenrezig’s energy to dissolve anger and cultivate patience.
• A Final Blessing: 
  May this thangka be a constant guide, filling your home with light, your mind with clarity, and your heart with peace.