Mahakala Thangka (6 Arms) (Size: 16" * 22")

Summary of this Thangka:

• Central Deity – Mahakala: The wrathful dark blue-black protector deity dominates the center, with multiple heads, arms, and a dynamic pose, radiating immense power and transcendence.
• Expression & Attributes: Mahakala’s fierce face features large eyes, a snarling mouth, and a crown of skulls, symbolizing impermanence, wisdom, and the removal of ego. His hands hold sacred objects such as a skull cup (kapala), sword or vajra, lotus stem, and symbolic chains or snakes, representing the cutting of ignorance, transformation of negative energy, purity, and control over obstacles.
• Surroundings & Flames: Encircled by a halo of red-orange flames, Mahakala’s energy purifies negativity, obstacles, and ignorance. Lush trees, clouds, and serene hills in the background balance his wrathful energy.
• Pedestal & Offerings: Stands on a lotus pedestal adorned with colored balls and flaming offerings, signifying purity, devotion, and spiritual progress. Beneath him lie human figures symbolizing ignorance, ego, and harmful forces being crushed under his power.
• Symbolism & Use: Mahakala embodies wrathful compassion, transforming destructive forces into wisdom, protecting practitioners, and removing obstacles. This Thangka is ideal for meditation, ritual use, or as a focal point on a spiritual altar.