Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka – Nagthang Masterpiece with Five Dhyani Buddhas – The Still Light Within

Specifications

• Dimensions: 95 × 75 cm (Vertical)

• Materials: 24K Gold and Natural Mineral Pigments

• Canvas: Traditionally Prepared Cotton Canvas

• Origin: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

• Artistic Style: Nagthang (Black Thangka) with Menri Elements

• Background: Black Ground – Symbol of Emptiness and Truth

• Sacred Theme: Complete Mandala of Awakening

• Framing: Unframed / Traditional Silk Brocade Available

• Type: Original Hand‑Painted Thangka

• Consecration: Not Consecrated (Available for Blessing on Request)

Iconography & Sacred Assembly

This Thangka captures a complete mandala of awakening. 
Each figure contributes to a balanced field of sacred presence.

Central Deity – Shakyamuni Buddha 

At the heart, Shakyamuni Buddha embodies luminous calm. 
His golden form arises from darkness, a symbol of pure awareness.

• Gesture: Earth‑Touching Mudra — the moment of enlightenment.

• Object: Alms Bowl — renunciation and clarity of mind.

• Presence: Peaceful and grounded — truth in form and stillness.

Upper Realm – The Five Dhyani Buddhas 

Above, the Five Dhyani Buddhas glow in harmony. 
Each one transforms a mental poison into radiant wisdom.

• Vairochana (White): All‑Encompassing Space and Clarity.

• Akshobhya (Blue): Mirror‑Like Wisdom and Unshakeable Calm.

• Ratnasambhava (Yellow): Equality and Generosity.

• Amitabha (Red): Discriminating Wisdom and Compassion.

• Amoghasiddhi (Green): Wisdom in Action and Courageous Completion.

Lower Realm – Shariputra and Maudgalyayana 

Below stand Shariputra and Maudgalyayana, the Buddha’s beloved disciples. 
They represent presence with purpose—the foundations of Dharma in action.

• Symbols: Khakkhara (staff) and alms bowl — discipline and service.

• Meaning: Faithful guardians of wisdom and practice.

Sacred Background & Landscape

Black serves as infinite space — the ground of all enlightened forms. 
The gold figures rise like light emerging from deep silence.

• Style: Nagthang (Black Thangka) with Menri Landscape Elements.

• Details: Lush clouds, mountains, and lotus vines surround the deity.

• Symbols: Gold = Wisdom; Lotus = Purity; Black = Emptiness as Truth.

• Essence: Dark void transformed by awareness into radiant presence.

Artisan Mastery

Hand‑painted by a Kathmandu Valley artist of the Menri School. 
Each form is precise, each line guided by centuries of sacred craft.

• Lineage: Menri art tradition — refined geometry and spatial balance.

• Tone: Bold contrast between gold luminescence and deep black ground.

• Technique: Layered mineral pigments and 24K gold illumination.

• Spirit: Every stroke painted as a devotional breath.

This is art that listens as much as it shines.

Spiritual Application

Place it where you reflect or meditate each day. 
Let its quiet light steady your heart before you speak or act.

• Heart Mantra: Om Muni Muni Maha Muniye Svaha — clears and centers the mind.

• Meditation: See gold light rise from black space into your heart.

• Blessing: Encourages calm focus and soft strength through the day.

• Purpose: A tool for stillness, devotion, and inner clarity.