Achi Chokyi Drolma | Supreme Dharma Protector and Ancestral Guardian

Specifications

• Height: 34 cm / 13.4 inches

• Width: 25.5 cm / 10 inches

• Weight: 4.16 kg / 9.2 lbs

• Materials: Copper body, gold and acrylic paintings

Why This Statue?

This exceptional piece showcases extraordinary Nepalese craftsmanship with its vibrant gold and acrylic paintings, creating a stunning visual impact. The brilliant blue horse and intricate details throughout make this a captivating centerpiece for any meditation space or collection dedicated to Dharma protectors.

Who is Achi Chokyi Drolma?

Achi Chokyi Drolma holds a unique and revered position as the principal Dharma protector of the Drikung Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. She was the great-grandmother of Jigten Sumgön, the founder of Drikung Kagyu. After attaining enlightenment, she manifested as a wisdom dakini and protector deity, vowing to safeguard the teachings and practitioners of her lineage. As one of the few female protector deities in Tibetan Buddhism, Achi represents the fierce compassion of enlightened feminine energy.

Divine Features and Posture

This stunning statue captures Achi's powerful presence through masterful artistry. Her serene yet determined facial expression, with penetrating eyes, reflects her enlightened awareness and protective vigilance. Her two arms display sacred implements: the right hand holds a ritual tool symbolizing spiritual authority and the dispelling of obstacles, while the left hands carry a skull cup of nectar signifying the poisons transformed. She rides majestically upon a brilliant blue horse, demonstrating her swiftness in responding to practitioners' prayers. The dynamic posture conveys her readiness to gallop across realms to protect devotees. The vibrant flame aureole surrounding her symbolizes the burning away of obstacles and negativity.

Sacred Symbolism and Meaning

The vivid blue horse represents speed and agility in delivering protection, while her colorful robes signify the richness of spiritual blessings. Her peaceful yet powerful demeanor teaches that protection stems from wisdom rather than aggression, embodying the balance of compassion and strength.

Sanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom

Achi embodies "Dakini-shakti" (wisdom feminine power), representing the inseparable nature of wisdom and compassionate action that characterizes enlightened protection of the Dharma.

Sacred Mantra

“Om Dharma Tare Svaha”