This hand-painted Mahāsthāmaprāpta (Great Strength Bodhisattva) Gawu pendant is a refined miniature thangka created for everyday wear and mindful living. Encased in a gold-plated copper Gawu, the pendant measures 33 × 43 mm, offering a balanced and elegant size that is easy to wear while maintaining strong visual clarity.
Mahāsthāmaprāpta is revered in Buddhism as the embodiment of wisdom light—the inner 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 revered 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 represents the strength that arises from wisdom—remaining clear-minded, composed, and focused 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 offering instant promises, 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 is filled with Seven Treasures glass beads, a traditional element in Himalayan Buddhist craftsmanship.
In Buddhist culture, the “Seven Treasures” symbolize completeness, harmony, and the accumulation of virtuous qualities, often associated with wisdom, balance, clarity, and auspicious alignment. While interpretations may vary, the Seven Treasures are widely regarded as symbols of inner richness rather than material gain.
In this pendant, the glass beads serve both a symbolic and aesthetic role, adding depth, refinement, and a sense of completeness to the piece without altering its calm, wearable character.
The pairing of Mahāsthāmaprāpta on the front and Seven Treasures on the back brings together two complementary dimensions:
Wisdom Light: Insight, discernment, and calm awareness
Completeness & Balance: Harmony, stability, and inner richness
Together, they form a symbolic companion for those seeking clarity, focus, and a more composed approach to work, study, and daily life.
Artwork: Fully hand-painted miniature thangka
Front: Mahāsthāmaprāpta (Great Strength Bodhisattva)
Back: Seven Treasures glass beads
Case: Gold-plated copper Gawu
Size: 33 × 43 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 personal 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 × Hand-painted Mahāsthāmaprāpta Gawu pendant
Gold-plated copper Gawu case
Back compartment filled with Seven Treasures glass beads
(Size: 33 × 43 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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