Five Manjushri with Yellow Jambhala Thangka

The Story in the Details

• Dimensions: 60 x 45 cm
• Sacred Materials: Genuine 24K Gold, Hand-Ground Mineral Pigments, Cotton Canvas
• Hand-Painted In: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
• Artistic Tradition: Nagthang (Black-Gold) Style
• Framing: Traditional Silk Brocade Mount
• A Unique Creation: Original, hand-painted multi-deity thangka featuring intricate gold linework
• Consecration: Available on request

Iconography: A Visual Dharma Teaching

Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, is the pure light of awareness—cutting through ignorance and illusion. 
In this sacred composition, his five manifestations embody the full spectrum of wisdom qualities, 
joined below by Yellow Jambhala, the Lord of Wealth and Compassionate Prosperity.

• Sacred Form: 
  Golden, white, blue, red, and green radiances shine through a cloud of golden light.
• Posture: 
  Each deity seats upon a lotus throne, symbolizing the grounded nature of enlightened thought.
• Mudras (Hand Gestures): 
  Gestures of teaching, meditation, and fearlessness show living compassion.
• Attributes: 
  Flaming swords, books, lotuses, and jewels express knowledge, eloquence, and generosity.

The Sacred Assembly

This thangka forms a sacred mandala of Five Manjushris with Yellow Jambhala, representing harmony between wisdom and abundance.

• Central Deity – Golden Manjushri: 
  Seated in calm splendor with a flaming sword of wisdom and a lotus with the Prajnaparamita Sutra—the light of intellect dispelling ignorance.
• Upper Left – White Manjushri: 
  Radiates peace and purity. He teaches through tranquility, embodying calm, compassionate knowing.
• Upper Right – Blue Manjushri: 
  The protector of true perception. His sword and scripture represent vigilance and active awareness.
• Lower Left – Red Manjushri (Four-Armed Form): 
  The Lord of Eloquence, holding sword, text, vajra, and lotus, symbolizes creative expression and confident understanding.
• Lower Right – Green Manjushri (Lion-Mounted Form): 
  Seated on a black lion, his Dharmachakra Mudra turns the wheel of truth, signifying teaching in action and courageous wisdom.
• Lower Center – Yellow Jambhala: 
  The deity of prosperity and generosity, holding a mongoose spewing jewels—transforming attachment into selfless abundance.

The Living Landscape of the Mind

The composition reveals the universe of awakened wisdom blooming from emptiness.

• Background Style: 
  Nagthang black-gold composition, where brilliance glows from the infinite void.
• Symbolic Elements: 
  Golden peonies, clouds, and jewels symbolize enlightenment and endless giving.
• Sacred Realm: 
  Represents the Wisdom Mandala of Manjushri, where intellect and compassion unite.

A Legacy of Devotion in Every Brushstroke (Artisan Mastery)

This thangka reflects centuries of monastic artistry and disciplined devotion.

• Artistic Lineage: 
  Created by a master artisan trained in the Newari (Nepalese) tradition, renowned for detailed precision and sacred symmetry.
• Renowned For: 
  Rich gold detailing, fine outlines, and luminous natural shading that bring each figure to life.
• Craftsmanship: 
  Every line follows ancient Vajrayana proportion, combining devotional practice with artistic mastery.

A Sacred Tool for Your Path (Applications & Blessing)

• For Meditation & Sacred Space: 
  Use this thangka to awaken both wisdom and prosperity, inviting balance and insight into daily life.
• Heart-Mantras:
  Om A Ra Pa Tsa Na Dhi — invokes the pure wisdom of Manjushri.
  Om Jambhala Jalendraya Svaha — calls forth the compassionate abundance of Yellow Jambhala.
• A Final Blessing: 
  May this thangka clear ignorance like sunlight through clouds and bless your home with clarity, courage, and endless generosity.