Yama Dharmaraja Thangka (The Lord of Death)

The Story in the Details

• Dimensions: 40x30 cm
• Sacred Materials: 24K Gold, Mineral Pigments, Cotton Canvas
• Origin: Hand-painted in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
• Artistic Style: Wrathful (Nagthang) Tradition
• Framing: Unframed / Silk Brocade available
• Type: Original, hand-painted artwork.

Iconography: A Visual Dharma Teaching

Yama Dharmaraja (Kalarupa) is not here to scare you; he is here to scare your ego. As a Wrathful Protector, he guides your inner journey through the shadows.

• The Buffalo Head:
  He appears with the head of a buffalo, signifying his conquest over the Lord of Death and his power to guide you through life’s transitions.
• Dynamic Posture:
  He stands atop a bull, balancing aggressive protection with the total crushing of self-clinging.
• Weapons of Wisdom:
  His right hand brandishes a skeletal club, a gesture of smashing through the dense fog of ignorance and self-deception.
• The Union: He is embraced by his consort, Chamundi. She offers a skull cup of blood, symbolizing the transmutation of life force into spiritual wisdom..

The Living Landscape

The deity stands amidst roaring orange flames. These are not fires of destruction, but of purification. They represent the burning energy that consumes neurotic thoughts, leaving only the "gold" of your true nature.

A Legacy of Devotion

This piece is a work of living history. Brought to life by a master artist in Nepal, the bold contrasts and vibrant blues capture the deity’s vibrating energy. Each brushstroke is a meditative act of focus.

A Sacred Tool for Your Path

• Conquer Fear: Use this thangka as a focal point to ground yourself when you feel vulnerable.
• Clear Obstacles: Chanting Om Kalarupaya Hum Phat invokes his energy to remove karmic barriers.
• Blessing: May this protector fill your home with a fearless light.