machig labdron thangka iii wood-show The term "meditation" is often

The term "meditation" is often spoken of as a single

Top ornament is 9cm tall

16cm circumference

the Buddhist Ashatamangala or Eight Auspicious Symbols

Above his image is a 4-line verse of praise invoking his blessing

machig labdron thangka iii wood-show The term "meditation" is oftenMachik Labdron (1055 1153) was the founder of the Chod 'Cutting' tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. With delicate features, here she is one faced, two armed, and brilliant white in color. Her upraised right hand plays a double sided damaru drum, while her left hand holds an upturned bell at her hip. Dancing upon a multi colored lotus and moon disk, she is naked, youthful, and adorned with golden ornaments, pearls, and a gold tiara of five dried human