8 Medicine Buddhas Thangka – Golden Serthang – Ultimate Healing Assembly

Specifications

• Dimensions: 50 × 70 cm

• Materials: 24K Gold & Natural Mineral Pigments

• Canvas: Traditionally Prepared Cotton Canvas

• Origin: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

• Artistic Style: Serthang (Gold) Style

• Background Type: Golden Realm with Etched Clouds

• Framing: Unframed Canvas

• Consecration: Consecrated by Qualified Lama

Iconography & Sacred Assembly

This Thangka reveals the full circle of healing power. It is not just one doctor, but a council of eight supreme healers.

Central Figure – Medicine Buddha (Bhaisajyaguru)

The King of Healers sits on a throne supported by elephants. His green-hued form radiates the active energy of health.

• Gesture: His right hand rests on his knee, holding the Arura plant. This is the supreme medicine that cures all 404 types of disease.

• Sacred Object: His left hand holds a lapis bowl filled with healing nectar.

• Presence: He looks upon you with absolute compassion. He has vowed to heal any being who hears his name.

Surrounding Figures – The 7 Medicine Brothers

Seven other Buddhas encircle the main figure. Each one made unique vows to help beings in specific ways.

• Symbolism: They represent the complete eradication of suffering. They heal not just the body, but the karma that causes sickness.

• Role: From legal trouble to poverty to physical pain, each brother handles a specific burden.

• Unity: Together with the central figure, they form the "Eight Sugatas."

Sacred Background & Landscape

The assembly dwells in a pure Serthang, or "Golden Realm." The entire canvas is coated in gold.

• Style: Serthang Style with vermillion (red) outlines.

• Visual Symbols: Subtle clouds are etched into the gold. Flowers bloom near the throne, symbolizing the growth of virtue.

• Spiritual Meaning: The gold background removes all worldly distractions. It places the focus entirely on the light of the Buddhas.

• Essence: A vision of a world where sickness does not exist.

Artisan Mastery

A Newari master artist created this with incredible discipline. Working with gold requires a steady, breathless focus.

• Tradition: The Serthang tradition of the Kathmandu Valley.

• Technique: The artist creates the figures using only outlines and gold. The green shading on the central body is a delicate, rare touch.

• Spirit: The painting is sealed with a consecration ritual. The energy of the artist and the Lama is locked within.

Spiritual Application

This Thangka acts as a spiritual pharmacy. It works with you to restore balance to your life.

• Heart Mantra: Tayata Om Bekandze Bekandze Maha Bekandze Radza Samudgate Soha.

• Meditation: Visualize healing nectar flowing from the bowl. See it washing away your pain as dark liquid.

• Blessing: The consecration makes this ready for your altar. It radiates protection against disease.

• Purpose: Ideal for those battling illness or working in the healing arts (doctors, therapists, nurses).

Why Choose This Medicine Buddha Thangka

Sacred art is a relationship. Here is why this specific healing Thangka belongs with you.

• Complete Power: Most Thangkas show only one Medicine Buddha. This one brings you the power of all eight brothers.

• Consecrated: It has been blessed by a Lama. You do not need to perform a ritual to activate it; it is ready.

• Golden Radiance: Gold reflects light physically and spiritually. It brightens up any room instantly.

• Perfect Size: At 50x70 cm, it is large enough to be a focal point but fits easily in modern homes.