This double-sided hand-painted Gawu pendant features Mahāsthāmaprāpta (Great Strength Bodhisattva) on the front and a Four-Directional Mandala on the back, bringing together wisdom and structure in a single wearable form. Encased in a gold-plated copper Gawu, the pendant measures 55 × 45 mm, offering a balanced size with strong visual presence while remaining suitable for daily wear or personal contemplation.
Mahāsthāmaprāpta is revered in Buddhism as the embodiment of wisdom light—the clarity that dispels confusion and supports calm, rational awareness. Together with Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig), he serves as one of the two principal attendants of Amitābha Buddha, forming the sacred Western Three Saints of Pure Land Buddhism.
On the front, Mahāsthāmaprāpta is depicted in a serene and dignified posture, emphasizing insight and inner stability rather than outward force. His presence symbolizes the strength that arises from wisdom—remaining clear-minded, composed, and decisive even in complex situations.
This pendant is traditionally associated with:
Dispelling inner darkness and mental confusion
Cultivating wisdom and clear understanding
Encouraging calm, rational thinking
Supporting focus, efficiency, and thoughtful action
Rather than promising instant results, this piece functions as a symbolic reminder to return to clarity, composure, and mindful effort in daily life.
Mahāsthāmaprāpta is also regarded as the guardian Bodhisattva for:
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Western Horoscope: Libra
The back of the Gawu pendant features a Four-Directional Mandala, a sacred geometric structure widely used in Vajrayāna Buddhist traditions. The mandala represents cosmic order, balance, and stability, serving as a visual framework for focus and inner alignment.
Symbolically, the Four-Directional Mandala emphasizes:
Structural balance and harmony
Mental stability and centered awareness
A stable symbolic environment for contemplation and practice
Through its precise geometry, the mandala complements Mahāsthāmaprāpta’s wisdom light with a grounded sense of order and consistency.
The pairing of Mahāsthāmaprāpta and the Four-Directional Mandala brings together two complementary dimensions:
Wisdom Light: Insight, discernment, and calm awareness
Order & Stability: Structure, balance, and sustained focus
Together, they form a symbolic companion for those seeking not only understanding, but also consistent clarity and steady progress in work, study, and personal practice.
Artwork: Double-sided, fully hand-painted miniature thangka
Front: Mahāsthāmaprāpta (Great Strength Bodhisattva)
Back: Four-Directional Mandala
Case: Gold-plated copper Gawu
Size: 55 × 45 mm (painting size)
Gawu pendants originate from Himalayan Buddhist traditions as portable sacred containers, designed to integrate contemplative symbolism into everyday life.
Daily wear as a pendant or carried close to the body
A focus object during meditation or reflection
Suitable for work, study, travel, and moments requiring calm decision-making
A meaningful gift for those seeking clarity, balance, and inner stability
1 × Double-sided hand-painted Mahāsthāmaprāpta Gawu pendant
Gold-plated copper Gawu case
(Size: 55 × 45 mm)
This product is a work of religious art and cultural heritage. It is intended to support contemplation, symbolic reflection, and appreciation of Buddhist artistic traditions. It does not replace medical, psychological, or professional advice, nor does it guarantee specific outcomes.
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