Product Overview
This Acala Vidyaraja (Acala Wisdom King) Tibetan Thangka Gawu Pendant is a compact, fully hand-painted Vajrayana protective amulet, created to symbolize burning karmic obstacles and purifying the body and mind.
Unlike larger shrine-style Gawu pendants, this piece is designed for close-to-body wear, emphasizing immediate protection, focused determination, and fearless clarity. The front features a powerful wrathful visage of Acala Vidyaraja, while the back contains Seven Treasures glass beads, traditionally associated with stability, blessing, and continuity.
Encased in a gilded copper Gawu box, this pendant is especially suitable for daily wear or travel.
Acala Vidyaraja – Deity Meaning & Guardian Role
Acala Vidyaraja, also known as Fudo Myoo, is:
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The chief of the Five Wisdom Kings
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The command emanation of Vairocana Buddha
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A protector who subdues ignorance through unyielding compassion
He is revered as the guardian deity for those born under the Rooster (Chinese Zodiac) and Aries, symbolizing firm faith, fearless courage, and unwavering resolve—qualities especially relevant during times of pressure and transition.
Hand-Painted Iconography (Distinctive Features of This Artwork)
Front – Wrathful Face of Acala Vidyaraja
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Depicted as a close-up wrathful visage, emphasizing direct confrontation with obstacles
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Deep blue facial tone, symbolizing immovable wisdom and clarity
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Wide, penetrating eyes and bared teeth, expressing fierce compassion rather than anger
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Flame-shaped hair and crown elements, suggesting the burning away of ignorance
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The composition focuses on the face and upper presence, creating a strong talismanic impact suitable for amulet-style protection
This iconography differs from full-body depictions by concentrating the viewer’s attention on vigilance, resolve, and immediate protective force.
Back – Seven Treasures Glass Beads (Sapta Ratna)
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The reverse side contains Seven Treasures glass beads, carefully placed within the Gawu
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Traditionally symbolizing:
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This structure emphasizes long-term guardianship and stabilizing influence, rather than visual meditation
Materials & Craftsmanship
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Painting: 100% hand-painted Tibetan miniature thangka
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Pigments: Traditional mineral pigments, applied with fine line control
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Pendant Case: Gilded copper Gawu box
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Back Content: Seven Treasures glass beads (ritual inclusion)
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Finish: Compact, solid, and suitable for daily wear
Each piece is handcrafted individually. Minor variations confirm its handmade authenticity.
Size & Format
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Format: Thangka Gawu Pendant / Protective amulet
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Shape: Rectangular
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Painting size: 33 × 43 mm
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Usage: Daily wear, travel protection, close-to-body guardianship
Who Is This Pendant For?
Recommended for:
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Those seeking immediate protection and mental resilience
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Individuals under pressure, transition, or frequent travel
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Practitioners who prefer compact, wearable sacred objects
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Collectors of authentic Himalayan Buddhist amulets
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A meaningful spiritual gift for Rooster zodiac or Aries
Not intended as:
What You Will Receive
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1 × Hand-painted Acala Vidyaraja Thangka Gawu Pendant
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Gilded copper Gawu box with Seven Treasures glass beads inside
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Protective packaging suitable for gifting or storage
Cultural & Ethical Note
This pendant is created as a sacred Buddhist art object, rooted in Himalayan Vajrayana tradition.
It is intended to support mindfulness, courage, and inner stability—not to guarantee outcomes.
Respectful handling and sincere intention are essential to its meaning.