{"product_id":"virudhaka-thangka-buddhist-guardian-king-of-the-south","title":"Virudhaka Thangka | Buddhist Guardian King of the South","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eHand-Painted Virudhaka Thangka | Dharma Protector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirudhaka Thangka depicts the formidable Guardian King of the South, a Buddhist protector deity who maintains the Dharma and guards hallowed areas. Skilled artists in the Kathmandu Valley use traditional methods to paint this thangka by hand on a cotton canvas. The striking blue body, armor, flowing robes, mountain scenery, offerings, attendants, and surrounding sacred features are all created with acrylic paints. The artwork has a deep devotional glow since the crown, decorations, halo, weapon, and decorative patterns are highlighted in genuine 24K gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the Four Heavenly Kings, Virudhaka, is regarded as the guardian of the south. In Buddhist mythology, the Four Guardian Kings monitor the world, protect the Dharma from harmful forces, and safeguard practitioners. The presence of Virudhaka in this thangka serves as a reminder to practitioners to cultivate self-control, bravery, and awareness. He is surrounded by a hallowed scene that honors his protective action through the landscape, offerings, and accompanying characters. The deity is depicted in the Virudhaka thangka, sitting in a commanding position while wearing royal decorations and military attire. His deep blue complexion reflects strength, authority, and protective power. He is holding a sword, which represents the capacity to cut through ignorance, negative influences, and barriers to spiritual practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDRAWN AS MENTIONED IN THE MEDITATION MANUAL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-------------------------------------------------------------\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 34\"\/86 cm (width) x 47\"\/119 cm (height)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE BY A NEPALI ARTIST, AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONSECRATION OF THANGKA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs per your request for consecrations\/blessings, we can take the thangka to nearby monasteries or Rinpoches from the Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing and consecration services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis inspiring thangka would be an excellent gift for a Buddhist practitioner like you!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RTG","offers":[{"title":"34 x 47 Inches","offer_id":48583063306494,"sku":"23329RTGVirudhakaTER","price":3772.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7214\/2590\/files\/Sho_f5569fd6-350d-49b2-91ec-080adaa0c7b6.gif?v=1784107579","url":"https:\/\/evamratna.com\/products\/virudhaka-thangka-buddhist-guardian-king-of-the-south","provider":"Evamratna","version":"1.0","type":"link"}