Ekajati Gold Gilded Statue for Religious Purpose | Gold-Plated Himalayan Art

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Traditionally Handcrafted Ekajati Statue for Meditation and Altars We, Vajrayana artists from Kathmandu Valley, have masterfully hand-carved the Ekajati statue in the traditional H imalayan style. The statue is made of copper, which is then gilded in 24K gold resulting in its final lustrous look. The Buddhist deity Ekajati also referred to as the "one-tressed" goddess, is depicted holding a skull cup and a flaying knife, is depicted holding a human figure in her right hand. She wears a garland of fresh human heads as she stands over a human figure with fiery motifs surrounding her. This piece is an excellent souvenir for any devotee like yourself and can be used in your daily practices and activities of meditation and yoga. Size: 7.6"/19.5cm (Height) x 5.1"/13cm (Base)Weight: 1.04 kgMaterial: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Acrylic Paintings Ekajati is one of the most potent and imposing protectors in Vajrayana Buddhist mythology. In accordance with Tibetan mythology, the tantric master Padmasambhava wounded her right eye to aid him in more efficiently taming Tibetan demons. Ekajati is also known as "Blue Tara," "Vajra Tara," and "Ugra Tara." She is frequently recognized as one of the three primary defenders of the Nyingma school, along with Rahula. Her typical role in the Green Tara mandala is that of a liberator. She is also said to be able to dispel personal barriers to enlightenment, lessen the dread of enemies, and spread joy. Show more