Six-Armed Mahakala Thangka | Hand-Painted Embodiment of Wisdom and Power

The Six-Armed Mahakala is one of the most revered protector deities in Tibetan Buddhism, symbolizing the union of wisdom and power. Fierce yet compassionate, he guards the Dharma and dispels all negative forces. His wrathful form embodies the strength that transforms ignorance into awareness — a reminder that true protection comes from enlightened wisdom and fearless compassion.

In this thangka, Mahakala appears in deep blue-black, representing boundless wisdom and the vastness of the awakened mind. His three eyes gaze through illusion, seeing truth in all things. With six powerful arms, he wields sacred implements — the curved knife to cut delusion, the skull cup of compassion, and other symbols of the Six Perfections: generosity, morality, patience, diligence, meditation, and wisdom. Surrounded by blazing fire and swirling clouds, his form radiates unstoppable energy and divine protection.

Hand-painted in Lhasa, Tibet, this thangka continues the centuries-old lineage of sacred craftsmanship. Each pigment is derived from natural minerals such as cinnabar, azurite, and malachite, producing luminous hues that retain their brilliance for generations. Every brushstroke embodies devotion — a meditative act transforming color into mantra, and image into presence. This is not merely art; it is a living field of protection and spiritual energy.

Created by Lixindi, a nationally recognized inheritor of Tibetan intangible cultural heritage, this thangka reflects over thirty years of artistic mastery and spiritual discipline. Known for his lifelike depictions and refined technique, Lixindi captures the essence of divine power in humanly recognizable form. In the thangka tradition, “the truer the image, the stronger its spiritual energy” — and through his art, Mahakala’s ferocity becomes a mirror of enlightened compassion.

This thangka embodies the Six-Armed Mahakala’s wisdom and protection. Whether placed in a temple, meditation space, or personal collection, it invites the viewer into a realm of courage, awareness, and spiritual clarity. For practitioners, it serves as a guardian of the path; for collectors, it stands as a timeless fusion of art, ritual, and inner power.

“True strength is compassion made fearless.”
Invite the protective energy of the Six-Armed Mahakala — a hand-painted thangka of wisdom, protection, and transcendent power.

Specifications

Deity:Six-Armed Mahakala

Size:4 cm*5 cm

Material:Fine Cotton Canvas, 24K Gold, Natural Stone Pigments

Origin:Lhasa, Tibet

Artist:Lixindi,Inheritor of Intangible Cultural Heritage

Blessing:Consecration ceremony available upon request