Description

Fierce Tibetan Guardian Deity for Protection & Empowerment

The Mahakala Bernagchen statue represents the fierce, protective deity of Tibetan Buddhism. It is often regarded as the guardian of the Karma Kagyu lineage. This powerful figure is depicted with a black body symbolizing his role in dispelling darkness and ignorance. His wrathful expression with bulging eyes and a wide-open mouth conveys his determination to protect practitioners from obstacles on the path to enlightenment. Mahakala Bernagchen is adorned with intricate details, including a crown of skulls representing the transcendence of worldly attachments. In his hands, he holds significant attributes such as a flaying knife and a skull cup symbolizing the cutting away of ignorance and the impermanence of life. 

Product Details:

35cm x  25.5cm 
Height x Width

Weight: 4.19kg

• Traditionally Hand Carved using the authentic cast body
• Coated with Multiple Layers of 24K Gold
• Use of Acrylics and Poster Colors

Mahakala Bernagchen

Mahakala Bernagchen is a key protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism, particularly revered within the Karma Kagyu lineage. It is known as the "Great Black Cloaked One". He is depicted with a fierce expression to symbolize his role in vanquishing obstacles and protecting practitioners on their spiritual journey. His black body represents the absorption of negative energies, and his wrathful demeanor reflects his compassionate intent to eliminate ignorance and hindrances to enlightenment. He is often shown holding a flaying knife and a skull cup, these symbols represent the cutting away of ego and attachment, central to Mahakala’s role as a fierce guardian of the Dharma.