Padmasambhava
- Born from the lotus, Manifestation of Compassion and Wisdom -
He arose as the radiant master — Guru Rinpoche, the Lotus-Born.
Planting the seeds of Dharma deep within Himalayan soil, He revealed the path through countless manifestations, guiding beings to awaken and be free, and entrusting hidden treasures to blossom when the world was ready to receive their light.
Guru Rinpoche, the Lotus-Born, planted the Dharma in Himalayan soil, revealing paths to awakening through countless manifestations and entrusting hidden treasures for future generations.
Tibetan title ：Guru Rinpoche, Guru Pema Jungney
Year ：2003
Size ：42.5 × 62.5cm
Support ：Chalk on cotton
Medium：Gouache, Indigo dye, Gold
The youthful Guru Padmasambhava sits gracefully on a lotus flower atop a sun and moon disc, a symbol of wisdom and compassion, set against snow-capped peaks and the serene Himalayan landscape. He is surrounded by delicate blossoms, while precious offerings appear within a sea of drifting clouds before him.
Unlike other thangkas on this website which are painted with natural pigments and dyes, this piece was created with gouache—a modern synthetic paint. As a result, the overall image has a brighter and more vivid tone.
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