This hand-painted Mahāsthāmaprāpta (Great Strength Bodhisattva) Gawu pendant is a refined miniature thangka designed for those seeking clarity, focus, and inner stability. Encased in a gold-plated copper Gawu, the pendant measures 55 × 46 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 revered Western Three Saints of Pure Land Buddhism.
On the front, Mahāsthāmaprāpta is depicted in a dignified and composed posture, emphasizing wisdom rather than force. His presence symbolizes the ability to remain clear-minded, steady, and decisive in complex or demanding situations.
This pendant is traditionally associated with:
Dispelling inner darkness and mental confusion
Cultivating wisdom and discernment
Encouraging calm, rational thinking
Enhancing focus, efficiency, and purposeful action
Rather than offering instant promises, this piece functions as a symbolic anchor, reminding the wearer to return to clarity, composure, and mindful effort.
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 used in Vajrayāna Buddhist traditions to represent cosmic order, balance, and stability.
Symbolically, the Four-Directional Mandala emphasizes:
Structural balance and harmony
Mental stability and focused awareness
A stable symbolic environment for contemplation and practice
Through its precise geometry, the mandala supports a sense of order and coherence, complementing Mahāsthāmaprāpta’s wisdom light with a grounded and stabilizing structure.
The pairing of Mahāsthāmaprāpta and the Four-Directional Mandala brings together two essential dimensions:
Wisdom Light: Clear insight, discernment, and calm awareness
Order & Stability: Structure, balance, and focused alignment
Together, they form a symbolic companion for those seeking not only understanding, but also consistent focus and steady progress in work, study, and personal practice.
Artwork: Fully hand-painted miniature thangka
Front: Mahāsthāmaprāpta (Great Strength Bodhisattva)
Back: Four-Directional Mandala
Case: Gold-plated copper Gawu
Size: 55 × 46 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 contemplative focus during meditation or reflection
Suitable for work, study, travel, and moments requiring calm judgment
A meaningful gift for those seeking clarity, balance, and inner stability
1 × Hand-painted Mahāsthāmaprāpta Gawu pendant
Gold-plated copper Gawu case
(Size: 55 × 46 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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