Five-Fold Golden Manjushri Thangka (Flaming Sword of Wisdom)

Specifications

• Dimension: 80 × 55 cm (Vertical Thangka)

• Materials: 24K Gold, Natural Mineral Pigments, Cotton Canvas

• Origin: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

• Artistic Tradition: Newar School

• Background Type: Black Background (Nagthang) with Floral Features

• Sacred Landscape: Celestial Garden with Lotus and Clouds

• Framing: Unframed (Ready for Custom Mounting)

• Type: Original Hand-Painted Thangka

• Authenticity: Includes Certificate of Authenticity

• Consecration: Available Upon Request

Iconography & Sacred Assembly of Manjushri

This sacred artwork represents the full manifestation of the Five-Fold Manjushri Mandala. 
There are five emanations of transcendent wisdom encircling the golden central form.

Each emanation reflects a unique facet of awakened understanding. 
They form a harmonious field of enlightened awareness.

Central Figure – Golden Manjushri

At the heart of the Thangka sits the radiant Golden Manjushri, the embodiment of clear knowing and eloquent truth. 
His golden hue glows with compassionate intelligence.

• Gesture: 
  The right hand raises the flaming sword of prajna, cutting through ignorance

• Sacred Object: 
  Left hand holds a lotus supporting the Prajnaparamita text

• Presence: 
  Serene and luminous — the unshakable calm of understanding

Upper Central Deity – Amitabha Buddha

Above Manjushri rests Amitabha Buddha, the source of endless light and wisdom.

• Symbolism: Lineage of discernment and awakened vision

• Meaning: His grace flows into Manjushri, bridging compassion and clarity

Upper Left Deity – Green Manjushri

Green Manjushri performs the Dharmachakra mudra before his heart, teaching the Dharma. 
From two blue lotus stems appear the sword and the scripture.

• Quality: Active teaching, unbroken transmission

• Meaning:

  • Turning the Wheel of Dharma

  • Fearless communication of truth

  • Blessing of eloquent wisdom

Upper Right Deity – Red Manjushri (Four-Armed Form)

Radiant with vibrant energy, Red Manjushri holds a sword and an arrow in his right hands, a bow and a lotus bearing the Prajnaparamita in his left hands.

• Quality: Fusion of intellect and creative power

• Meaning:

  • Action guided by insight

  • Harmony of thought and expression

  • Courage that refines and reveals truth

Lower Left Deity – White Manjushri

Sitting gracefully in White Tara’s posture, White Manjushri holds a lotus bearing a sword of clarity.

• Quality: Gentle illumination and pure awareness

• Meaning:

  • Purity of thought

  • Stillness birthing wisdom

  • Quiet strength of understanding

Lower Right Deity – Blue Manjushri

The Blue Manjushri, slightly fierce, mirrors the posture of the central golden figure, emanating transformative insight.

• Quality: Wrathless power and fearless discrimination

• Meaning:

  • Transformation through truth

  • Dispelling ignorance

  • Protection through awareness

Offerings and Symbolism

At the base rest auspicious treasures and a bowl of jewels, symbols of limitless abundance and spiritual merit.

• Endless wealth of understanding

• Purification of the senses

• The offering of perception itself

The Living Mandala

Together, these five forms create a breathing mandala — teachers above, illumination within, protection below. 
The Five-Fold Manjushri assembly transforms perception into wisdom and imagination into realisation.

Essence: This is not just sacred art but a living map of the enlightened mind, guiding practitioners toward luminous clarity within their own awareness.

Sacred Background & Landscape of Manjushri

Manjushri arises within a Nagthang (black background) of radiant floral patterns and luminous detail. 
The dark expanse reveals the brilliance of awakened wisdom shining through space itself.

• Style: Nagthang floral aesthetic with gold highlights and soft gradients

• Visual Symbols: Blossoming lotuses and star-like motifs radiate timeless awareness

• Spiritual Meaning: Wisdom dawning from emptiness; clarity unfolding through beauty

Essence: A celestial garden born from the quiet night of the infinite mind.

Artisan Mastery – The Sacred Artistry

Hand-painted by a Newar master from Patan’s ancient artistic lineage, this Thangka blends precision, harmony, and heartfelt devotion. Every detail reflects generations of meditative craftsmanship.

• Tradition: Newar School — renowned for intricate linework and jewel-like illumination

• Aesthetic Tone: Deep pigments contrasted against luminous gold

• Technique: Layered mineral colours hand-applied with 24K gold highlights

• Spirit: Created as a devotional act — each brushstroke a silent prayer of clarity

Spiritual Application – Mantra & Meditation

The Five-Fold Manjushri Thangka serves as a radiant meditation mirror — a focus for cultivating precise awareness and eloquent wisdom. Gazing upon it refines perception and dissolves confusion.

• Heart Mantra: OM A RA PA TSA NA DHI — awakens wisdom and pure insight

• Meditation: Visualise golden light from Manjushri’s sword entering your heart, clearing illusions and awakening true knowing

• Blessing: Radiates clarity, intelligence, and expressive grace

• Purpose: A daily companion for study, reflection, and the flowering of inner wisdom