Buddhist Hand Painting Thangka Of [Geluk Choksing] Gyaltsab Je Tsongkhapa [Hand Painted], Lamas Art

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Buddhist Hand Painting Thangka Of [Geluk Choksing] Gyaltsab Je Tsongkhapa [Hand Painted], Lamas Art

Founder of the Gelug School, Master of Wisdom and Ethics Je Tsongkhapa Zongkaba Sonkaba

US$ 1,310.00

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Dimensions:	151x59 cm (59.4 × 23.2 inches)
Gross Weight:	0.1 kg (0.22 lbs)
Material:	Cotton Canvas and Mineral Color
Iconography / Artist:	Gyaltsab Je tsongkapa
Craft Origin:	Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique
Cataloged On:	Jul 22, 2022

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Gyaltsab Je tsongkapa

Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) was a Tibetan Buddhist monk, scholar, and philosopher. He is considered to be the founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, and his writings are still studied and practiced by Gelugpa monks and laypeople around the world. Tsongkhapa was born in Amdo, a region of northeastern Tibet, in 1357. He was a precocious child, and he began studying Buddhist texts at a young age. He eventually traveled to Central Tibet to study with some of the leading scholars of the time.

Tsongkhapa was a prolific writer, and he wrote on a wide range of topics, including Buddhist philosophy, logic, meditation, and ethics. His most famous work is the Lamrim Chenmo, or "Great Stages of the Path," which is a comprehensive guide to the Buddhist path to enlightenment.

Tsongkhapa was also a skilled teacher, and he attracted a large following of students. He founded the Ganden monastery, which became the main seat of the Gelug school. Tsongkhapa died in 1419, at the age of 62.

Tsongkhapa is remembered as one of the most important figures in Tibetan Buddhism. He was a brilliant scholar, a gifted teacher, and a dedicated practitioner. His teachings have had a profound impact on the development of Tibetan Buddhism, and they continue to inspire and guide practitioners today.

Here are some of the key teachings of Tsongkhapa:

The importance of study and practice: Tsongkhapa believed that both study and practice are essential for spiritual development. He said that "the essence of the Dharma is study and practice."

The importance of logic and reason: Tsongkhapa believed that logic and reason are essential for understanding Dharma. He said that "the Dharma is not something that can be accepted on faith alone."

The importance of compassion: Tsongkhapa believed that compassion is the essence of Buddhism. He said that "the ultimate goal of Buddhism is to achieve complete enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings."

Tsongkhapa's teachings have had a profound impact on the development of Tibetan Buddhism. His emphasis on study, practice, logic, and compassion has helped to make the Gelug school one of the most popular and influential schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Each sculpture at Handmade Handicraft is crafted using the ancient cire-perdue (lost-wax) technique, a craft perfected over a millennium by the Newar artisans of Patan. The process begins with sculpting beeswax and Himalayan tree resin by hand. A multi-layered clay mold is formed around the wax, which is melted away in the furnace, creating a void that is filled with molten red copper or bronze.

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