{"product_id":"vajrapani-statue-the-thunderbolt-bearer-of-buddhist-protection","title":"Vajrapani Statue | The Thunderbolt Bearer of Buddhist Protection","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e27.5 cm \/ 10.8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 22 cm \/ 8.7 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.96 kg \/ 6.5 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24k gold-gilded face, copper body, gold and acrylic paintings, turquoise and coral inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Statue?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional piece showcases traditional Nepalese artistry with its stunning 24k gold-gilded face and turquoise and coral inlays that add authentic richness. The intricate gold and acrylic detailing bring extraordinary depth to every element, creating a powerful focal point for meditation spaces or distinguished collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho is Vajrapani?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVajrapani, meaning \"Holder of the Thunderbolt,\" stands as one of the three most powerful protective bodhisattvas in Buddhism, alongside Avalokiteshvara and Manjushri. As the embodiment of Buddha's spiritual power and energy, Vajrapani serves as the protector of sacred teachings and the destroyer of obstacles on the path to enlightenment. His wrathful manifestation represents the fierce compassion necessary to overcome delusion and negative forces, making him one of the most revered guardian deities across all Buddhist traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDivine Features and Posture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis magnificent statue captures Vajrapani's commanding presence through masterful artistry. His three piercing eyes symbolize all-seeing wisdom that perceives reality beyond conventional perception. His right hand holds the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evajra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (thunderbolt scepter) raised high, representing indestructible spiritual power, while his left hand displays the threatening gesture that wards off obstacles. The dynamic warrior stance, with one leg bent and the other extended, demonstrates his readiness to defend the Dharma. His fierce expression, adorned with fangs and a crown of skulls, embodies the transformation of anger into enlightened energy. The spectacular flame aureole surrounding him represents wisdom's fire consuming ignorance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred Symbolism and Meaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe half-gold finish symbolizes the union of wisdom and skillful means, while the turquoise and coral inlays represent the transformation of earthly elements into spiritual treasures. His wrathful form teaches that genuine compassion requires strength and determination to protect practitioners from spiritual harm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVajrapani embodies \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eVajra-shakti\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (diamond power), representing the indestructible nature of the enlightened mind that cannot be harmed by any worldly or spiritual obstacles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred Mantra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Om Vajrapani Hum”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vajra Icon","offers":[{"title":"27.5cm x 22cm","offer_id":47469636059353,"sku":"VP005","price":760.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9071\/8937\/files\/2025-10-10_GHA_VP005_Vajrapani_S_1.jpg?v=1762251104","url":"https:\/\/vajraicon.com\/products\/vajrapani-statue-the-thunderbolt-bearer-of-buddhist-protection","provider":"Vajra Icon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}