The Himalayan Vajrapani Statue | Protector of the Dharma Himalayan Vajrapani Statue measures 35 cm (13.8 inches) in height and 24.5 cm (9.6 inches) in width, with a weight of 3.66 kg. Expertly crafted from a copper body, it is gilded with 24K gold and features intricate gold and acrylic paintings. Vajrapani is depicted in a dynamic dancing posture, symbolizing the active destruction of obstacles and the fierce energy required to overcome ignorance. In his right hand, he holds a vajra, representing indestructible power and the force of enlightened compassion. His left hand wields a lasso, used to bind and subdue harmful forces. Adorning his head is a five-skull crown, signifying the transformation of the five poisons into the five wisdoms, with an additional vajra placed atop his head to emphasize spiritual strength. He stands upon a radiant sun disc base, representing the brilliance of awakened awareness. Size: 13.8”/35cm (Height) × 9.6”/24.5cm (Width)Weight: 3.66kgMaterial: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body Vajrapani is one of the principal wrathful deities in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He is regarded as the protector and guide of the Buddha, representing the power of all Buddhas. As the embodiment of vajra (thunderbolt) energy, Vajrapāṇi symbolizes unshakable strength, spiritual power, and the fierce determination required to overcome ignorance and delusion.