17"x13.5" The Five Tibetan Buddhas Thangka Painting

The Five Medicine Buddhas are often depicted in traditional Buddhist art, each with a distinct appearance and set of qualities. The Five Buddhas are:
Medicine Buddha:
The Medicine Buddha is a prominent figure in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly in the Tibetan and Chinese traditions. He is considered a Buddha of healing and is often depicted with a blue body, holding a bowl of healing nectar and a sprig of healing herbs. The Medicine Buddha is believed to have the power to alleviate physical and mental illnesses and is associated with the eastern direction. His teachings emphasize the importance of compassion, wisdom, and mindfulness in achieving physical and spiritual well-being.
Shakyamuni Buddha:
Shakyamuni Buddha is the historical Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. He is believed to have lived in ancient India around 2500 years ago and achieved enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India. His teachings, known as the Dharma, emphasize the importance of the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. Shakyamuni Buddha is often depicted with a serene expression, wearing robes, and sitting in the lotus position.
Amitabha Buddha:
Amitabha Buddha is a prominent figure in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly in the Pure Land tradition. He is associated with the western direction and is believed to have created a pure land, or paradise, called Sukhavati, where beings can be reborn after death and attain enlightenment. Amitabha Buddha is often depicted with a red body, holding a lotus in his hand.
Vairocana Buddha:
Vairocana Buddha is a central figure in the Esoteric Buddhist tradition, particularly in the Shingon and Tendai schools. He is considered the primordial Buddha, the ultimate reality and essence of all phenomena. Vairocana Buddha is often depicted in a seated position, with his hands forming the mudra of teaching and holding a vajra and a bell, which represent wisdom and compassion.
Amoghasiddhi Buddha:
Amoghasiddhi Buddha is one of the five Dhyani Buddhas, who represent different aspects of the Buddha's enlightenment. He is associated with the northern direction and is believed to have the power to eliminate obstacles and bring about success. Amoghasiddhi Buddha is often depicted with a green body, holding a double vajra in his hand, which represents unshakable confidence and fearlessness. His teachings emphasize the importance of cultivating positive qualities such as courage, perseverance, and wisdom.

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* Thangka's Border (Tibetan silk brocade) can come in a variety of colors and patterns.

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