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| − | [[Simhamukha]] is a [[Wikipedia:tutelary deity|tutelary deity]] [[arising]] out of the [[Chakrasamvara cycle of Tantras]] and belongs to the [[Anuttarayoga]] ‘[[wisdom]] | + | [[Simhamukha]] is a [[Wikipedia:tutelary deity|tutelary deity]] [[arising]] out of the [[Chakrasamvara cycle of Tantras]] and belongs to the [[Anuttarayoga]] ‘[[wisdom classification]]. [[Simhamukha]] is known as a [[Dakini]] and the [[female tantric Buddha]]. [[Simhamukha]] is the 8th Century [[mahasiddha]]. |
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| − | In this section, we are going to learn about the [[life | + | In this section, we are going to learn about the [[life of Simhamukha]], after that, the short {{Wiki|etymological}} description of the [[word]] [[Simhamukha]] itself. |
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| + | [[Simhamukha]] is the founder of the [[sarma school]]. She is also one of the [[Phramenma]]. [[Simhamukha]] is found in the [[Chakrasamvara Cycle of Tantras]] and although similar in [[name]] and [[appearance]] is unrelated. | ||
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| − | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]]. Now, we are going to learn about the [[iconography | + | [[Simhamukha]] is known as [[Seng Ge dong Chen Kha dro ma]] in [[Tibet]]. [[Simhamukha]] is called [[Lion Faced]] [[Dakini]] in English. |
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| + | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]]. Now, we are going to learn about the [[iconography of Simhamukha]]. | ||
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| − | In the [[iconography | + | |
| + | In the [[iconography of Simhamukha]], we are going to learn about her [[body]] [[posture]], hand and leg gesture, and different {{Wiki|representations}} of [[Simhamukha]] in [[thangka]] and statue. | ||
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| − | Simhamukha’s [[body]] is black in {{Wiki|color}}. The face of [[Simhamukha]] is that of a white [[lion]] with three round [[yellow]] [[eyes]]. [[Simhamukha]] is blazing fiercely with a gaping {{Wiki|mouth}}, a [[yellow]] beard, [[eyebrows]], and [[hair]] flowing upward. | + | |
| + | [[Simhamukha’s]] [[body]] is black in {{Wiki|color}}. The face of [[Simhamukha]] is that of a white [[lion]] with three round [[yellow]] [[eyes]]. [[Simhamukha]] is blazing fiercely with a gaping {{Wiki|mouth}}, a [[yellow]] beard, [[eyebrows]], and [[hair]] flowing upward. | ||
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The right hand of [[Simhamukha]] holds upraised a [[curved knife]] to the sky. The left hand of [[Simhamukha]] there is a [[skullcup]] of {{Wiki|blood}} to the [[heart]]. [[Simhamukha]] is carrying a [[Khatvanga]] [[staff]] tipped with a [[trident]] in the bend of the elbow supported against the shoulder. | The right hand of [[Simhamukha]] holds upraised a [[curved knife]] to the sky. The left hand of [[Simhamukha]] there is a [[skullcup]] of {{Wiki|blood}} to the [[heart]]. [[Simhamukha]] is carrying a [[Khatvanga]] [[staff]] tipped with a [[trident]] in the bend of the elbow supported against the shoulder. | ||
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[[Simhamukha]] is adorned with a [[tiara]] of five skulls, [[red]] scarf, [[elephant]] {{Wiki|skin}}, [[bone ornaments]], a long {{Wiki|snake}}, and fifty freshly severed heads as a necklace. She wears a [[tiger skin]] skirt. [[Simhamukha]] is [[standing]] on the left leg with the right drawn up. [[Simhamukha]] is trampling on a double triangle [[symbol]], corpse, {{Wiki|sun}}, and multi-colored [[lotus seat]]. | [[Simhamukha]] is adorned with a [[tiara]] of five skulls, [[red]] scarf, [[elephant]] {{Wiki|skin}}, [[bone ornaments]], a long {{Wiki|snake}}, and fifty freshly severed heads as a necklace. She wears a [[tiger skin]] skirt. [[Simhamukha]] is [[standing]] on the left leg with the right drawn up. [[Simhamukha]] is trampling on a double triangle [[symbol]], corpse, {{Wiki|sun}}, and multi-colored [[lotus seat]]. | ||
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Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]] and the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]]. Now, we are going to learn about depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]]. | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]] and the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]]. Now, we are going to learn about depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]]. | ||
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| + | The [[thangka of Simhamukha]] is from [[Mongolia]]. The [[thangka of Simhamukha]] is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. [[Simhamukha]] is from [[Buddhist lineage]]. The size of the painting is 46.99×31.75cm. Ground mineral pigment and fine {{Wiki|gold}} line on cotton are used to {{Wiki|color}} the [[thangka]]. currently, this [[thangka]] is in the Rubin museum of [[art]]. | ||
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By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] and [[Tshangpa Karpo]]. | By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] and [[Tshangpa Karpo]]. | ||
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===[[Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava]]=== | ===[[Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava]]=== | ||
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[[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is at the top center of the [[thangka]]. [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is white in {{Wiki|color}}. The right hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is holding a [[vajra]]. The left hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is supporting a [[skullcup]] and [[vase]] in the lap. | [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is at the top center of the [[thangka]]. [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is white in {{Wiki|color}}. The right hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is holding a [[vajra]]. The left hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is supporting a [[skullcup]] and [[vase]] in the lap. | ||
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===[[Tshangpa Karpo]]=== | ===[[Tshangpa Karpo]]=== | ||
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[[Tshangpa Karpo]] is at the bottom center of the [[thangka]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is the [[wrathful]] [[worldly protector]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is white in {{Wiki|color}} with one face and two hands. In the right hand, he holds aloft a {{Wiki|spear}} with a [[red]] [[banner]]. | [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is at the bottom center of the [[thangka]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is the [[wrathful]] [[worldly protector]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is white in {{Wiki|color}} with one face and two hands. In the right hand, he holds aloft a {{Wiki|spear}} with a [[red]] [[banner]]. | ||
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On the left, he held to the [[heart]], a flat [[bowl]] of [[jewels]]. Adorned with a [[bow]] and quiver of arrows in a leopard {{Wiki|skin}} pouch. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is wearing lavish garments and a round white hat. | On the left, he held to the [[heart]], a flat [[bowl]] of [[jewels]]. Adorned with a [[bow]] and quiver of arrows in a leopard {{Wiki|skin}} pouch. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is wearing lavish garments and a round white hat. | ||
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He rides atop a [[Wikipedia:White horse (mythology)|white horse]] surrounded by flames. He was subjugated and [[bound]] as a [[protector]] by [[Guru Padmasambhava]]. | He rides atop a [[Wikipedia:White horse (mythology)|white horse]] surrounded by flames. He was subjugated and [[bound]] as a [[protector]] by [[Guru Padmasambhava]]. | ||
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Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], and depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], and depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. | ||
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| + | The [[thangka of Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] is from [[Tibet]]. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] is from [[Gelug lineage]]. The size of the [[thangka]] is 77.47×51.44cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Currently, this [[thangka]] is in the Rubin museum of [[art]]. | ||
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By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] and [[Lama]]. | By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] and [[Lama]]. | ||
| − | [[Vyaghramukha]] is at the bottom left off the [[thangka]]. [[Vyaghramukha]] is ‘[[Tiger | + | |
| + | [[Vyaghramukha]] is at the bottom left off the [[thangka]]. [[Vyaghramukha]] is ‘[[Tiger Faced’ Dakini]] in the same [[appearance]] as the central figure except wearing a leopard-skin skirt and a [[red]] scarf. | ||
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===[[Primordial Buddha Vajradhara]]=== | ===[[Primordial Buddha Vajradhara]]=== | ||
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[[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is at the top left of the [[thangka]]. [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is blue in {{Wiki|color}} with one face. The two hands of [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is holding a [[vajra]] and [[bell]]. [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is seated in [[vajra posture]]. | [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is at the top left of the [[thangka]]. [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is blue in {{Wiki|color}} with one face. The two hands of [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is holding a [[vajra]] and [[bell]]. [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is seated in [[vajra posture]]. | ||
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===[[Lama]]=== | ===[[Lama]]=== | ||
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[[Lama]] is to the right of the [[thangka]]. [[Lama]] is wearing [[monastic robes]] and performing the gesture of ‘giving [[protection]]’ with the right hand. The left hand of [[Lama]] supports a [[long-life vase]] in the lap. | [[Lama]] is to the right of the [[thangka]]. [[Lama]] is wearing [[monastic robes]] and performing the gesture of ‘giving [[protection]]’ with the right hand. The left hand of [[Lama]] supports a [[long-life vase]] in the lap. | ||
[[Lama]] is a seated position in the [[thangka]]. He is wearing the [[traditional]] [[yellow]] [[Pandita]] hat of the [[Gelugpa School]]. | [[Lama]] is a seated position in the [[thangka]]. He is wearing the [[traditional]] [[yellow]] [[Pandita]] hat of the [[Gelugpa School]]. | ||
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Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]], and the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] [[thangka]]. | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]], and the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] [[thangka]]. | ||
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| + | The [[thangka of Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] is from [[Tibet]]. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. [[Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] is from [[Nyingma lineage]]. The size of the painting is 78.11×55.25cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Presently, this [[thangka]] is in the Rubin museum of [[art]]. | ||
By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Dorje Yudronma]] and [[Rahula]]. | By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Dorje Yudronma]] and [[Rahula]]. | ||
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===[[Simhamukha Yogini The Female Tantric Buddha]]=== | ===[[Simhamukha Yogini The Female Tantric Buddha]]=== | ||
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[[Simhamukha]] is a [[Wikipedia:tutelary deity|tutelary deity]] [[arising]] out of the [[Chakrasamvara cycle of Tantras]] and belongs to the [[Anuttarayoga]] ‘[[wisdom]]’ {{Wiki|classification}}. [[Simhamukha]] is known as a [[Dakini]] and the {{Wiki|female}} [[tantric]] [[Buddha]]. [[Simhamukha]] is the 8th Century [[mahasiddha]]. | [[Simhamukha]] is a [[Wikipedia:tutelary deity|tutelary deity]] [[arising]] out of the [[Chakrasamvara cycle of Tantras]] and belongs to the [[Anuttarayoga]] ‘[[wisdom]]’ {{Wiki|classification}}. [[Simhamukha]] is known as a [[Dakini]] and the {{Wiki|female}} [[tantric]] [[Buddha]]. [[Simhamukha]] is the 8th Century [[mahasiddha]]. | ||
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| − | [[Simhamukha]] is the founder of the [[sarma school]]. She is also one of the [[Phramenma]]. [[Simhamukha]] is found in the [[Chakrasamvara | + | In this section, we are going to learn about the [[life of Simhamukha]], after that, the short {{Wiki|etymological}} description of the [[word]] [[Simhamukha]] itself. |
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| + | [[Simhamukha]] is the founder of the [[sarma school]]. She is also one of the [[Phramenma]]. [[Simhamukha]] is found in the [[Chakrasamvara Cycle of Tantras]] and although similar in [[name]] and [[appearance]] is unrelated. | ||
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===[[Etymology of Simhamukha]]=== | ===[[Etymology of Simhamukha]]=== | ||
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| − | Earlier, we learned about the [[life | + | |
| + | [[Simhamukha]] is known as [[Seng Ge dong Chen Kha dro ma]] [[in Tibet]]. [[Simhamukha]] is called [[Lion Faced Dakini]] in English. | ||
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| + | Earlier, we learned about the [[life of Simhamukha]]. Now, we are going to learn about the [[iconography of Simhamukha]]. | ||
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| − | In the [[iconography | + | |
| + | In the [[iconography of Simhamukha]], we are going to learn about her [[body]] [[posture]], hand and leg gesture, and different {{Wiki|representations}} of [[Simhamukha]] in [[thangka]] and statue. | ||
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| − | Simhamukha’s [[body]] is black in {{Wiki|color}}. The face of [[Simhamukha]] is that of a white [[lion]] with three round [[yellow]] [[eyes]]. [[Simhamukha]] is blazing fiercely with a gaping {{Wiki|mouth}}, a [[yellow]] beard, [[eyebrows]], and [[hair]] flowing upward. | + | |
| + | [[Simhamukha’s]] [[body]] is black in {{Wiki|color}}. The face of [[Simhamukha]] is that of a white [[lion]] with three round [[yellow]] [[eyes]]. [[Simhamukha]] is blazing fiercely with a gaping {{Wiki|mouth}}, a [[yellow]] beard, [[eyebrows]], and [[hair]] flowing upward. | ||
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The right hand of [[Simhamukha]] holds upraised a [[curved knife]] to the sky. The left hand of [[Simhamukha]] there is a [[skullcup]] of {{Wiki|blood}} to the [[heart]]. [[Simhamukha]] is carrying a [[Khatvanga]] [[staff]] tipped with a [[trident]] in the bend of the elbow supported against the shoulder. | The right hand of [[Simhamukha]] holds upraised a [[curved knife]] to the sky. The left hand of [[Simhamukha]] there is a [[skullcup]] of {{Wiki|blood}} to the [[heart]]. [[Simhamukha]] is carrying a [[Khatvanga]] [[staff]] tipped with a [[trident]] in the bend of the elbow supported against the shoulder. | ||
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[[Simhamukha]] is adorned with a [[tiara]] of five skulls, [[red]] scarf, [[elephant]] {{Wiki|skin}}, [[bone ornaments]], a long {{Wiki|snake}}, and fifty freshly severed heads as a necklace. She wears a [[tiger skin]] skirt. [[Simhamukha]] is [[standing]] on the left leg with the right drawn up. [[Simhamukha]] is trampling on a double triangle [[symbol]], corpse, {{Wiki|sun}}, and multi-colored [[lotus seat]]. | [[Simhamukha]] is adorned with a [[tiara]] of five skulls, [[red]] scarf, [[elephant]] {{Wiki|skin}}, [[bone ornaments]], a long {{Wiki|snake}}, and fifty freshly severed heads as a necklace. She wears a [[tiger skin]] skirt. [[Simhamukha]] is [[standing]] on the left leg with the right drawn up. [[Simhamukha]] is trampling on a double triangle [[symbol]], corpse, {{Wiki|sun}}, and multi-colored [[lotus seat]]. | ||
| − | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]] and the [[iconography | + | |
| + | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]] and the [[iconography of Simhamukha]]. Now, we are going to learn about depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha thangka]]. | ||
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| + | The [[thangka of Simhamukha]] is from [[Mongolia]]. The [[thangka of Simhamukha]] is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. [[Simhamukha]] is from [[Buddhist lineage]]. The size of the painting is 46.99×31.75cm. Ground mineral pigment and fine {{Wiki|gold}} line on cotton are used to {{Wiki|color}} the [[thangka]]. currently, this [[thangka]] is in the Rubin museum of [[art]]. | ||
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By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] and [[Tshangpa Karpo]]. | By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] and [[Tshangpa Karpo]]. | ||
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===[[Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava]]=== | ===[[Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava]]=== | ||
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[[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is at the top center of the [[thangka]]. [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is white in {{Wiki|color}}. The right hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is holding a [[vajra]]. The left hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is supporting a [[skullcup]] and [[vase]] in the lap. | [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is at the top center of the [[thangka]]. [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is white in {{Wiki|color}}. The right hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is holding a [[vajra]]. The left hand of [[Guru Rinpoche]] [[Padmasambhava]] is supporting a [[skullcup]] and [[vase]] in the lap. | ||
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===[[Tshangpa Karpo]]=== | ===[[Tshangpa Karpo]]=== | ||
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[[Tshangpa Karpo]] is at the bottom center of the [[thangka]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is the [[wrathful]] [[worldly protector]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is white in {{Wiki|color}} with one face and two hands. In the right hand, he holds aloft a {{Wiki|spear}} with a [[red]] [[banner]]. | [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is at the bottom center of the [[thangka]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is the [[wrathful]] [[worldly protector]]. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is white in {{Wiki|color}} with one face and two hands. In the right hand, he holds aloft a {{Wiki|spear}} with a [[red]] [[banner]]. | ||
On the left, he held to the [[heart]], a flat [[bowl]] of [[jewels]]. Adorned with a [[bow]] and quiver of arrows in a leopard {{Wiki|skin}} pouch. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is wearing lavish garments and a round white hat. | On the left, he held to the [[heart]], a flat [[bowl]] of [[jewels]]. Adorned with a [[bow]] and quiver of arrows in a leopard {{Wiki|skin}} pouch. [[Tshangpa Karpo]] is wearing lavish garments and a round white hat. | ||
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He rides atop a [[Wikipedia:White horse (mythology)|white horse]] surrounded by flames. He was subjugated and [[bound]] as a [[protector]] by [[Guru Padmasambhava]]. | He rides atop a [[Wikipedia:White horse (mythology)|white horse]] surrounded by flames. He was subjugated and [[bound]] as a [[protector]] by [[Guru Padmasambhava]]. | ||
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Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], and depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], and depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. | ||
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===[[Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha Thangka]]=== | ===[[Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha Thangka]]=== | ||
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The [[thangka]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] is from [[Tibet]]. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] is from [[Gelug lineage]]. The size of the [[thangka]] is 77.47×51.44cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Currently, this [[thangka]] is in the Rubin museum of [[art]]. | The [[thangka]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] is from [[Tibet]]. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] is from [[Gelug lineage]]. The size of the [[thangka]] is 77.47×51.44cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Currently, this [[thangka]] is in the Rubin museum of [[art]]. | ||
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By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] and Lam | By depicting this [[thangka]], we will learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] and Lam | ||
| − | [[Vyaghramukha]] is at the bottom left off the [[thangka]]. [[Vyaghramukha]] is ‘[[Tiger Faced | + | |
| + | [[Vyaghramukha]] is at the bottom left off the [[thangka]]. [[Vyaghramukha]] is ‘[[Tiger Faced Dakini]] in the same [[appearance]] as the central figure except wearing a leopard-skin skirt and a [[red]] scarf. | ||
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[[Primordial Buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] | [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] | ||
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[[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is at the top left of the [[thangka]]. [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is blue in {{Wiki|color}} with one face. The two hands of [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is holding a [[vajra]] and [[bell]]. [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is seated in [[vajra posture]]. | [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is at the top left of the [[thangka]]. [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is blue in {{Wiki|color}} with one face. The two hands of [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is holding a [[vajra]] and [[bell]]. [[primordial buddha]] [[Vajradhara]] is seated in [[vajra posture]]. | ||
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===[[Lama]]=== | ===[[Lama]]=== | ||
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[[Lama]] is to the right of the [[thangka]]. [[Lama]] is wearing [[monastic robes]] and performing the gesture of ‘giving [[protection]]’ with the right hand. The left hand of [[Lama]] supports a [[long-life vase]] in the lap. | [[Lama]] is to the right of the [[thangka]]. [[Lama]] is wearing [[monastic robes]] and performing the gesture of ‘giving [[protection]]’ with the right hand. The left hand of [[Lama]] supports a [[long-life vase]] in the lap. | ||
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[[Lama]] is a seated position in the [[thangka]]. He is wearing the [[traditional]] [[yellow]] [[Pandita]] hat of the [[Gelugpa School]]. | [[Lama]] is a seated position in the [[thangka]]. He is wearing the [[traditional]] [[yellow]] [[Pandita]] hat of the [[Gelugpa School]]. | ||
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Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]], and the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] [[thangka]]. | Earlier, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]], and the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]]. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] [[thangka]]. | ||
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[[Primordial Buddha]] [[Samantrabhadra]] is at the top center of the [[thangka]]. [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Samantrabhadra]] is embracing the white [[consort]] [[Samantabhadri]]. | [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Samantrabhadra]] is at the top center of the [[thangka]]. [[Primordial Buddha]] [[Samantrabhadra]] is embracing the white [[consort]] [[Samantabhadri]]. | ||
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===[[Dorje Yudronma]]=== | ===[[Dorje Yudronma]]=== | ||
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[[Dorje Yudronma]] is at the lower left of the [[thangka]]. [[Dorje Yudronma]] is [[peaceful]] in [[appearance]]. [[Dorje Yudronma]] is holding an arrow in the left hand and surrounded by 4 attendant figures. | [[Dorje Yudronma]] is at the lower left of the [[thangka]]. [[Dorje Yudronma]] is [[peaceful]] in [[appearance]]. [[Dorje Yudronma]] is holding an arrow in the left hand and surrounded by 4 attendant figures. | ||
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===[[Rahula]]=== | ===[[Rahula]]=== | ||
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[[Rahula]] is at the lower right of the [[thangka]]. [[Rahula]] is the horrific [[worldly protector]] with [[nine heads]] and the lower torso of a {{Wiki|snake}}. | [[Rahula]] is at the lower right of the [[thangka]]. [[Rahula]] is the horrific [[worldly protector]] with [[nine heads]] and the lower torso of a {{Wiki|snake}}. | ||
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From this article, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]], the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]] and the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] [[thangka]]. | From this article, we learned about the [[life]] of [[Simhamukha]], the [[iconography]] of [[Simhamukha]], depicting a [[Buddhist deity]] [[Simhamukha]] [[thangka]], the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Vyaghramukha]] [[thangka]] and the [[representation]] of [[Simhamukha]] with [[Samantrabhadra]] [[thangka]]. | ||
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Simhamukha is a tutelary deity arising out of the Chakrasamvara cycle of Tantras and belongs to the Anuttarayoga ‘wisdom classification. Simhamukha is known as a Dakini and the female tantric Buddha. Simhamukha is the 8th Century mahasiddha.
Life of Simhamukha Yogini
In this section, we are going to learn about the life of Simhamukha, after that, the short etymological description of the word Simhamukha itself.
Simhamukha is the founder of the sarma school. She is also one of the Phramenma. Simhamukha is found in the Chakrasamvara Cycle of Tantras and although similar in name and appearance is unrelated.
Etymology of Simhamukha
Simhamukha is known as Seng Ge dong Chen Kha dro ma in Tibet. Simhamukha is called Lion Faced Dakini in English.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha. Now, we are going to learn about the iconography of Simhamukha.
Iconography of Simhamukha
In the iconography of Simhamukha, we are going to learn about her body posture, hand and leg gesture, and different representations of Simhamukha in thangka and statue.
Posture of Simhamukha
Simhamukha’s body is black in color. The face of Simhamukha is that of a white lion with three round yellow eyes. Simhamukha is blazing fiercely with a gaping mouth, a yellow beard, eyebrows, and hair flowing upward.
The right hand of Simhamukha holds upraised a curved knife to the sky. The left hand of Simhamukha there is a skullcup of blood to the heart. Simhamukha is carrying a Khatvanga staff tipped with a trident in the bend of the elbow supported against the shoulder.
Simhamukha is adorned with a tiara of five skulls, red scarf, elephant skin, bone ornaments, a long snake, and fifty freshly severed heads as a necklace. She wears a tiger skin skirt. Simhamukha is standing on the left leg with the right drawn up. Simhamukha is trampling on a double triangle symbol, corpse, sun, and multi-colored lotus seat.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha and the iconography of Simhamukha. Now, we are going to learn about depicting a Buddhist deity Simhamukha thangka.
The thangka of Simhamukha is from Mongolia. The thangka of Simhamukha is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. Simhamukha is from Buddhist lineage. The size of the painting is 46.99×31.75cm. Ground mineral pigment and fine gold line on cotton are used to color the thangka. currently, this thangka is in the Rubin museum of art.
By depicting this thangka, we will learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava and Tshangpa Karpo.
Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava
Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is at the top center of the thangka. Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is white in color. The right hand of Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is holding a vajra. The left hand of Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is supporting a skullcup and vase in the lap.
Tshangpa Karpo
Tshangpa Karpo is at the bottom center of the thangka. Tshangpa Karpo is the wrathful worldly protector. Tshangpa Karpo is white in color with one face and two hands. In the right hand, he holds aloft a spear with a red banner.
On the left, he held to the heart, a flat bowl of jewels. Adorned with a bow and quiver of arrows in a leopard skin pouch. Tshangpa Karpo is wearing lavish garments and a round white hat.
He rides atop a white horse surrounded by flames. He was subjugated and bound as a protector by Guru Padmasambhava.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha, the iconography of Simhamukha, and depicting a Buddhist deity Simhamukha thangka. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha thangka.
Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha Thangka
The thangka of Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha is from Tibet. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha is from Gelug lineage. The size of the thangka is 77.47×51.44cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Currently, this thangka is in the Rubin museum of art.
By depicting this thangka, we will learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with primordial buddha Vajradhara and Lama.
Vyaghramukha is at the bottom left off the thangka. Vyaghramukha is ‘Tiger Faced’ Dakini in the same appearance as the central figure except wearing a leopard-skin skirt and a red scarf.
Primordial Buddha Vajradhara
primordial buddha Vajradhara is at the top left of the thangka. Primordial Buddha Vajradhara is blue in color with one face. The two hands of primordial buddha Vajradhara is holding a vajra and bell. primordial buddha Vajradhara is seated in vajra posture.
Lama
Lama is to the right of the thangka. Lama is wearing monastic robes and performing the gesture of ‘giving protection’ with the right hand. The left hand of Lama supports a long-life vase in the lap.
Lama is a seated position in the thangka. He is wearing the traditional yellow Pandita hat of the Gelugpa School.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha, the iconography of Simhamukha, depicting a Buddhist deity Simhamukha thangka, and the representation of Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha thangka. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra thangka.
Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra Thangka
The thangka of Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra is from Tibet. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra is from Nyingma lineage. The size of the painting is 78.11×55.25cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Presently, this thangka is in the Rubin museum of art.
By depicting this thangka, we will learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Dorje Yudronma and Rahula.
Simhamukha Yogini The Female Tantric Buddha
Simhamukha is a tutelary deity arising out of the Chakrasamvara cycle of Tantras and belongs to the Anuttarayoga ‘wisdom’ classification. Simhamukha is known as a Dakini and the female tantric Buddha. Simhamukha is the 8th Century mahasiddha.
In this section, we are going to learn about the life of Simhamukha, after that, the short etymological description of the word Simhamukha itself.
Simhamukha is the founder of the sarma school. She is also one of the Phramenma. Simhamukha is found in the Chakrasamvara Cycle of Tantras and although similar in name and appearance is unrelated.
Etymology of Simhamukha
Simhamukha is known as Seng Ge dong Chen Kha dro ma in Tibet. Simhamukha is called Lion Faced Dakini in English.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha. Now, we are going to learn about the iconography of Simhamukha.
Iconography of Simhamukha
In the iconography of Simhamukha, we are going to learn about her body posture, hand and leg gesture, and different representations of Simhamukha in thangka and statue.
Posture of Simhamukha
Simhamukha’s body is black in color. The face of Simhamukha is that of a white lion with three round yellow eyes. Simhamukha is blazing fiercely with a gaping mouth, a yellow beard, eyebrows, and hair flowing upward.
The right hand of Simhamukha holds upraised a curved knife to the sky. The left hand of Simhamukha there is a skullcup of blood to the heart. Simhamukha is carrying a Khatvanga staff tipped with a trident in the bend of the elbow supported against the shoulder.
Simhamukha is adorned with a tiara of five skulls, red scarf, elephant skin, bone ornaments, a long snake, and fifty freshly severed heads as a necklace. She wears a tiger skin skirt. Simhamukha is standing on the left leg with the right drawn up. Simhamukha is trampling on a double triangle symbol, corpse, sun, and multi-colored lotus seat.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha and the iconography of Simhamukha. Now, we are going to learn about depicting a Buddhist deity Simhamukha thangka.
Depicting Buddhist Deity Simhamukha Thangka
The thangka of Simhamukha is from Mongolia. The thangka of Simhamukha is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. Simhamukha is from Buddhist lineage. The size of the painting is 46.99×31.75cm. Ground mineral pigment and fine gold line on cotton are used to color the thangka. currently, this thangka is in the Rubin museum of art.
By depicting this thangka, we will learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava and Tshangpa Karpo.
Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava
Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is at the top center of the thangka. Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is white in color. The right hand of Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is holding a vajra. The left hand of Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava is supporting a skullcup and vase in the lap.
Tshangpa Karpo
Tshangpa Karpo is at the bottom center of the thangka. Tshangpa Karpo is the wrathful worldly protector. Tshangpa Karpo is white in color with one face and two hands. In the right hand, he holds aloft a spear with a red banner.
On the left, he held to the heart, a flat bowl of jewels. Adorned with a bow and quiver of arrows in a leopard skin pouch. Tshangpa Karpo is wearing lavish garments and a round white hat.
He rides atop a white horse surrounded by flames. He was subjugated and bound as a protector by Guru Padmasambhava.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha, the iconography of Simhamukha, and depicting a Buddhist deity Simhamukha thangka. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha thangka.
Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha Thangka
The thangka of Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha is from Tibet. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha is from Gelug lineage. The size of the thangka is 77.47×51.44cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Currently, this thangka is in the Rubin museum of art.
By depicting this thangka, we will learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with primordial buddha Vajradhara and Lam
Vyaghramukha is at the bottom left off the thangka. Vyaghramukha is ‘Tiger Faced Dakini in the same appearance as the central figure except wearing a leopard-skin skirt and a red scarf.
primordial buddha Vajradhara is at the top left of the thangka. Primordial Buddha Vajradhara is blue in color with one face. The two hands of primordial buddha Vajradhara is holding a vajra and bell. primordial buddha Vajradhara is seated in vajra posture.
Lama
Lama is to the right of the thangka. Lama is wearing monastic robes and performing the gesture of ‘giving protection’ with the right hand. The left hand of Lama supports a long-life vase in the lap.
Lama is a seated position in the thangka. He is wearing the traditional yellow Pandita hat of the Gelugpa School.
Earlier, we learned about the life of Simhamukha, the iconography of Simhamukha, depicting a Buddhist deity Simhamukha thangka, and the representation of Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha thangka. Now, we are going to learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra thangka.
Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra Thangka
The thangka of Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra is from Tibet. It is made between 1800 to 1899 AD. Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra is from Nyingma lineage. The size of the painting is 78.11×55.25cm. The base of the painting is ground mineral pigment on cotton. Presently, this thangka is in the Rubin museum of art.
By depicting this thangka, we will learn about the presentation of Simhamukha with Dorje Yudronma and Rahula.
Primordial Buddha Samantrabhadra is at the top center of the thangka. Primordial Buddha Samantrabhadra is embracing the white consort Samantabhadri.
Dorje Yudronma
Dorje Yudronma is at the lower left of the thangka. Dorje Yudronma is peaceful in appearance. Dorje Yudronma is holding an arrow in the left hand and surrounded by 4 attendant figures.
Rahula
Rahula is at the lower right of the thangka. Rahula is the horrific worldly protector with nine heads and the lower torso of a snake.
From this article, we learned about the life of Simhamukha, the iconography of Simhamukha, depicting a Buddhist deity Simhamukha thangka, the representation of Simhamukha with Vyaghramukha thangka and the representation of Simhamukha with Samantrabhadra thangka.
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