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Sakya Mahakala is a type of Mahakala associated with the Sakya school of thought. This Mahakala form has one face, two arms, and a single pair of legs. He has a curved knife in his right hand and a blood-filled skull cup in his left. He is frequently depicted standing on a prostrate human figure representing the ego.Sakya Mahakala is revered as a powerful protector against obstacles and negative influences, and is frequently invoked by Sakya practitioners to aid in spiritual practice and remove impediments to spiritual progress. Mahakala practice has a long history in the Sakya school, with numerous sadhanas (spiritual practices) and rituals dedicated to this deity. The Sakya lineage is also known as the "Mahakala lineage" due to the significance of Mahakala in its practice and teachings.
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