Product Overview
This hand-painted Acala Vidyaraja (Acala Wisdom King) Thangka is housed in a titanium steel Gau (prayer box) pendant, with a sturdy and elegant design ideal for daily wear or spiritual use. The pendant features a vividly detailed image of Acala Vidyaraja in his fierce, protective form, surrounded by vibrant gemstone accents.
Acala Vidyaraja is a powerful deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, symbolizing the overcoming of obstacles and the protection of practitioners on their spiritual journey. His energy helps to purify the mind, remove spiritual hindrances, and bring inner peace.
The back of the pendant features an intricate Ten Symbols of Freedom design, representing spiritual liberation and the ability to transcend obstacles.
This pendant is particularly meaningful for those born under the Rooster zodiac or Aries, offering protection, purification, and spiritual guidance.
Acala Vidyaraja & Spiritual Meaning
Acala Vidyaraja (Sanskrit: Acala) is one of the most revered deities in Vajrayana Buddhism, often depicted in a fierce, wrathful form symbolizing the destruction of ignorance and the eradication of obstacles. He is typically shown in a blue-black form, radiating a forceful energy that represents his ability to burn away negative attachments and spiritual barriers.
Acala Vidyaraja embodies:
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Unyielding wisdom that dispels ignorance
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Protection for spiritual practitioners
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Compassionate wrath that guides beings toward enlightenment
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Purification of negative karma and obstacles on the spiritual path
His mantra, “Namo Samantabhadra Vidyaraja,” helps protect the practitioner, purify the mind, and remove internal and external hindrances.
Guardian Buddha for Zodiac
In Buddhist tradition, Acala Vidyaraja is the Guardian Buddha for:
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Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
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Western Horoscope: Aries
This pendant is especially meaningful for those born under the Rooster or Aries, providing spiritual guidance, protection, and the strength to overcome life's challenges.
Hand-Painted Image & Visual Characteristics (Front)
The front of this pendant features a beautifully hand-painted image of Acala Vidyaraja:
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His right hand holds a flaming sword, symbolizing wisdom and the power to cut through ignorance and obstacles
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His left hand grips a vajra rope, a tool representing spiritual strength and the power to bind obstacles
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The flaming halo around his body represents his ability to burn away ignorance and attachments
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His facial expression combines fierceness and compassion, reflecting his protective nature
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The background features dynamic flames, further emphasizing his transformative energy
The hand-painted details are vivid and impactful, capturing the essence of Acala Vidyaraja’s protective and purifying energy.
Back Design: Ten Symbols of Freedom
The back of the pendant features an intricate Ten Symbols of Freedom design, which represents the spiritual journey to freedom and the transcendence of obstacles. This powerful symbol is enhanced with colorful gemstone accents, further adding to the pendant's spiritual resonance.
Materials & Craftsmanship
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Artwork: 100% hand-painted thangka
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Painting technique: Traditional fine-line Buddhist brushwork
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Pendant case: Titanium steel
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Structure: Fully enclosed Gau box
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Back design: Ten Symbols of Freedom with gemstone accents
The titanium steel material ensures durability while maintaining a radiant, spiritual appearance, making it suitable for both wear and display in a sacred space.
Size & Format
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Painting size: 56 × 46 mm
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Format: Small-sized Gau pendant
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Style: Wearable and devotional, perfect for daily spiritual use
This pendant’s compact size is ideal for those seeking a subtle yet powerful spiritual accessory that can be worn or displayed.
Usage & Placement
This Acala Vidyaraja Pendant is perfect for:
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Daily wear as a spiritual companion
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Meditation and mindfulness practice
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Placement on a home altar or in a sacred space to enhance spiritual energy
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Thoughtful spiritual gifts for those born under the Rooster or Aries
What You Will Receive
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One hand-painted Acala Vidyaraja thangka
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One titanium steel Gau pendant
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Protective packaging suitable for gifting or safekeeping
Cultural Note
This pendant is a religious artwork rooted in Buddhist tradition, intended for cultural appreciation, meditation, and personal reflection. It is not intended to promise specific outcomes or guaranteed results but serves as a symbol of compassion, wisdom, and spiritual growth.