Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka – The Thirty-Five Confession Buddhas – Golden Mandala of Purification
This Golden Thangka reveals a powerful cosmic circle. It depicts Shakyamuni Buddha surrounded by the Thirty-Five Confession Buddhas.
The intricate gold work creates a radiant field of purity. It serves as a supreme tool for clearing negative karma and restoring inner peace.
Specifications
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Dimensions: 75 × 95 cm (Large Format).
Materials: 24K Gold & Natural Mineral Pigments.
Canvas: Traditionally Prepared Cotton.
Origin: Hand-painted in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Style: Serthang (Golden Background) with Detailed Border.
Theme: The Thirty-Five Buddhas of Confession.
Iconography & Sacred Assembly
This painting is a visual liturgy. It illustrates the Sutra of the Three Heaps, used for purification.
Central Figure: Shakyamuni Buddha
Shakyamuni sits at the heart of the mandala.
Posture: He touches the earth in the Bhumisparsha Mudra.
Attendants: Two standing Arhats (disciples) flank him, representing the monastic order.
Role: He is the primary guide of this era.
The Two Golden Cycles
Surrounding the main Buddha are two concentric rings of smaller Buddhas.
Inner Circle: Contains 11 Buddhas.
Outer Circle: Contains 23 Buddhas.
Total Assembly: Together with Shakyamuni, they make the 35 Confession Buddhas.
Function: Reciting their names purifies specific negative actions and downfalls.
Celestial & Border Figures
The sacred space is fully enclosed by divine beings.
Top Realm: Celestial figures float in the clouds, making offerings to the assembly.
The Borders: Beautifully painted female deities frame the art.
Identities: These include manifestations of Tara (protection) and Saraswati (wisdom).
Sacred Background & Landscape
The canvas is a shimmering expanse of 24K gold.
Style: Serthang (Gold Thangka).
Detail: Fine vermilion lines define the clouds and robes.
Effect: The gold symbolizes the stainless nature of the awakened mind.
Artisan Mastery
This piece represents months of disciplined focus. Painting 35 distinct faces requires incredible patience.
The artist maintained a meditative state throughout the process.
Precision: Each miniature Buddha is complete with eyes, robes, and mudras.
Gold Work: The burnished gold reflects light, creating a glowing aura.
Border Work: The intricate floral borders are painted with delicate mineral colors.
Spiritual Application
This Thangka is a profound tool for "spiritual cleaning." It is specifically designed for repentance and purification practices.
Practice: visualize light from all 35 Buddhas entering your heart.
Benefit: It helps clear guilt, regret, and karmic obstacles.
Feeling: It brings a sense of lightness and a fresh start.
Why Choose This 35 Buddhas Thangka?
This is a rare and specific subject. It is essential for serious practitioners.
Large Scale: At 95cm tall, it commands the room.
Complete Set: It gathers all sources of purification in one frame.
Heritage Quality: The heavy gold application ensures it lasts for generations.