Shakyamuni, The Enlightened One | The Buddha of Wisdom and Compassion
Traditional Buddhist Thangka of Buddha Shakyamuni, The Enlightened One Hand-painted on fine cotton canvas, this magnificent Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka depicts the peace and depth of the Enlightened One. With its exquisite details and well-balanced arrangement, this thangka, which was made in the renowned Karma Gadri style, exemplifies the beauty of Tibetan skill. While 24K gold accents create a gentle, brilliant light and the use of genuine Lhasa stone colors adds an earthy, natural brightness, the Buddha's spiritual presence and timeless wisdom are further enhanced.Buddha Shakyamuni is portrayed with a radiant yellow body, which represents the illumination of his wisdom and the purity of his awakened personality. He is seated on a moon disc on a lotus seat, symbolizing his transcendence of material attachments and the purity of his teachings, which bloom within the hearts of all beings. His right hand creates the Bhumi-Sparsa Mudra, or Earth Touching Gesture, which represents the momen