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Palden Lhamo theprincipal female wisdom protector of Gelugpa tradition in Tantric Buddhism,also known as Shri Devi in Sanskrit. As a wrathful deity, she embodies bothferocity and compassion, depicted with a blue-black complexion and three eyessymbolizing her omniscience. Riding a mule, Palden Lhamo traverses theuniverse, adorned with a crown of skulls and a necklace of human heads,signifying her triumph over death and impermanence. Her weapons- a skull cupfilled with blood, a flaying knife, and a lasso– represent her ability toovercome obstacles, cut through ignorance, and bind negative forces.
Depicting herfearsome appearance, Palden Lhamo’s gestures convey wisdom and compassion,offering blessings while destroying negativity. Devotees invoke her protectionagainst obstacles and malevolent forces, recognizing her as a guardian ofBuddhist teachings and sentient beings. Through her fierce determination todestroy ignorance and her compassionate guidance towards enlightenment, PaldenLhamo embodies the transformative potential of Buddhist practice, inspiringpractitioners to overcome fear and attachment on the path to spiritualliberation.
| Weight | Weight 400 gm |
| Dimensions | 20 inch Height X 30 inch Width |
| Material | Pure 24 Carat Gold,Gouache and acrylic colors on Cotton Canvas |
| Code | RTN722 |