Tibetan Wheel Of Life Thanka
The Wheel of Life Thangka painting also called Bhavacakra, is a masterful representation of Buddhist teachings that illustrates the cycle of Samsara—birth, life, death, and rebirth. This exquisite, hand-painted Thangka from Yuna Handicrafts captures the essence of Buddhist philosophy and serves as a visual tool for understanding the nature of suffering and the path to enlightenment. Crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, the intricate details and vibrant colors of this sacred art piece bring to life the symbolism that has been passed down for centuries.
At the center of the Wheel of Life is the powerful imagery of Yama, the Lord of Death, holding the wheel in his grasp, symbolizing the inescapable nature of death and the impermanence of all things. The innermost circle reveals the three poisons—ignorance, desire, and hatred—depicted by a pig, a rooster, and a snake. These poisons are the fundamental causes that trap beings in the cycle of Samsara, driving the continuous rebirths into the six realms of existence.
The six outer segments of the wheel represent the different realms: gods, demigods, humans, animals, hungry ghosts, and hell beings. Each realm is intricately illustrated with symbolic imagery, showing the suffering and opportunities for spiritual growth present in each state of existence. For instance, the human realm offers the best chance for attaining enlightenment, while the hell realm represents intense suffering caused by negative karma. The Wheel of Life not only explains the suffering experienced in these realms but also offers a roadmap for breaking free from the cycle by following the Buddhist path to liberation.
The outermost rim of the wheel represents the Twelve Links of Dependent Origination, a sequence that describes the process of cause and effect that keeps beings trapped in Samsara. This includes stages such as ignorance, karmic formation, birth, and aging, all interconnected in a web of existence. This depiction reinforces the idea that our actions and decisions are intimately tied to the cycle of rebirth and that understanding this interconnectedness is key to liberation.
More than just an artistic expression, this Wheel of Life Thangka is a profound meditation tool, inviting viewers to reflect on the nature of their existence and the possibility of transcending suffering. Ideal for meditation rooms, altars, or as a meaningful addition to a sacred art collection, this Thangka offers both spiritual guidance and a visual reminder of the path to enlightenment. With its deep symbolism and masterful craftsmanship, it serves as a timeless representation of Buddhist teachings on impermanence, karma, and the pursuit of Nirvana.
This is an extra-large size 100% hand-painted Thangka/Thanka painting which is painted on a cotton canvas using natural colour stones and 24K Gold powder.
This beautiful Thangka/Thanka painting depicts the remarkable detail 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: 75 cm
Width: 51 cm
