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Vajrabhairava Yamantaka Sculpture | Destroyer of Death

Invoke fearless protection with this Yamantaka Sculpture, traditionally cast from copper using the lost wax technique by a skilled Newari craftsman of Nepal. Adorned with radiant 24K gold fire-gilding, the statue features a finely gold-painted face. Yamantaka appears with nine faces, the central buffalo face symbolizing the conquest of death and ignorance, and sixteen arms holding sacred implements of wrathful wisdom. Standing atop a lotus seat with a subdued figure beneath, and adorned with skull garlands and ritual jewelry, this powerful guardian deity is sought for protection and advanced Vajrayana practice.

Keeping his sacred presence at home can serve as a meaningful reminder to cultivate courage and unwavering determination in daily practice. As an object of devotion and contemplation, his statue is believed to inspire the transformation of negative emotions and obstacles into greater spiritual strength and the pursuit of liberation.

Please note: The statue in the photograph is the actual piece for sale, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity.

Key Features of Guardian Yamantaka Statue:

1. Handmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method
   
2. Made from Durable Copper
3. Crafted using traditional Fire-gilding with gold
   
4. 24K Gold Painted Face
   
5. Adorned with Semi-precious Stones
6. Beautifully decorated using Acrylic Colors
7. Traditionally Handcrafted by Newari Master Artists
8. Height X Width: 35.5cm X 25cm
9. Weight: 5.20kg

About Yamantaka

Yamantaka, known as the "Destroyer of Death," is a formidable deity in Vajrayana Buddhism who embodies the wrathful manifestation of Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom. His terrifying appearance with multiple heads, arms, and legs symbolizes the power to conquer ignorance, ego, and the cycle of samsara. Often depicted with a buffalo head and riding a buffalo, Yamantaka mirrors Yama, the lord of death, whom he subdues to liberate beings from fear and suffering. Despite his fearsome form, Yamantaka's essence is deeply compassionate, guiding practitioners toward enlightenment by transforming destructive emotions into wisdom. His practice is considered one of the highest forms of tantric meditation, especially within the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism.