Bhavachakra Paintings (Wheel Of Life)

Bhavachakra​ Paintings (Wheel Of Life)
The Wheel of Life (Bhavacakra) Thangka Painting from Yuna Handicrafts is a visually stunning and spiritually rich depiction of one of the most essential concepts in Buddhist teachings—the cycle of Samsara. This meticulously hand-painted Thangka, crafted by highly skilled artisans in Nepal, serves as both a work of art and a powerful tool for meditation and reflection. Rooted in deep symbolism, it illustrates the impermanence of life, the inevitability of death, and the ongoing cycle of rebirth that all beings experience.
At the heart of the painting Yama, the Lord of Death, holds the wheel, signifying that all beings are under the power of impermanence and death. The center of the wheel portrays the Three Poisons—ignorance (pig), attachment (rooster), and aversion (snake)—which are the primary causes of suffering and rebirth in the cycle of Samsara. Surrounding these core elements are the six realms of existence: gods, demigods, humans, animals, hungry ghosts, and beings in hell. Each realm is represented with intricate detail, conveying the suffering and challenges unique to that realm, while also offering the opportunity for spiritual growth.
The human realm, positioned as a key focal point in the Wheel of Life, is seen as the most favorable state for achieving enlightenment, as it offers the perfect balance between pleasure and pain to cultivate spiritual progress. The other realms—such as the godly and demigod realms, which represent transient pleasure, or the animal and hell realms, which depict ignorance and intense suffering—each serve as a reminder of the consequences of karma.
Beyond the six realms, the outer rim of the wheel depicts the Twelve Links of Dependent Origination, a sequence of interdependent events that perpetuate the cycle of existence. This includes stages such as ignorance, craving, birth, and aging. These links underscore the interconnectedness of life and show how past actions influence present experiences, further entangling beings in Samsara.
The Wheel of Life Thangka serves as more than just an artistic representation. It is a profound guide for meditation and spiritual practice, encouraging viewers to understand the causes of suffering and to work toward the ultimate goal of breaking free from the cycle of Samsara through enlightenment. The vivid colors and intricate details invite contemplation, making this Thangka an ideal addition to any meditation space, sacred altar, or personal art collection.
Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a spiritual seeker, the Wheel of Life (Bhavacakra) Thangka offers both aesthetic beauty and deep spiritual insight, providing a visual roadmap to understanding the journey of life, death, and rebirth. Its symbolism and craftsmanship make it a meaningful piece for anyone interested in exploring Buddhist philosophy and the pursuit of liberation from suffering
This is a large size 100% hand-painted Thangka/Thanka painting which is painted on a cotton canvas using natural color stones and 24K Gold powder.
This beautiful Thangka/Thanka painting depicts the remarkable detail of The Wheel of Transmigration, also known as the Wheel of Life, The Wheel of Samsara, or the Bhavacakra.
This sacred image represents the eternal cycle of life and death, including the cycle of reincarnation which all of humanity is born into.
It is this repeating cycle which the Buddha taught us we can escape from using the noble eightfold path in order to reach Nirvana.
The eight components of this path are right view, right resolve, right speech, right conduct, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and samadhi, or meditative absorption.
Dimensions:
Height: 78 cm
Width: 58 cm