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15 inch/ 39 cm Zhabdrung

15 inch/ 39 cm Zhabdrung

SKT. () | TIB. zhabs drung ngag dbang rnam rgyal(ཞབས་དྲུང་ངག་དབང་རྣམ་རྒྱལ) | CH. | VIET.

This statue depicts Zhabdrung, the master who unified spiritual and temporal authority. He embodies leadership rooted in Dharma.

Height
39 cm 15.35 in
Width
25 cm 9.84 in
Depth
16 cm 6.3 in

Materials and Finish

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$525.00
$525.00
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Delivery

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Return Policy

We kindly accept returns within 14 business days, and we encourage you to explore our Returns page or reach out to our customer service team for assistance in navigating this process. Your satisfaction is very important to us, and we are committed to ensuring a positive experience for you.

Care Instructions

Use a clean, dry brush: Maintain the pristine condition of your item by strictly using a clean, dry brush for dust removal. This is especially important for painted surfaces, such as gold accents.

Avoid touching with wet, sweaty, or dirty hands: Preserve the optimal appearance of your piece by never touching painted surfaces with wet, sweaty, or dirty hands.

Spot Cleaning Tips: For any spots, use a clean eraser and apply it gently. However, success is not guaranteed, so prevention is crucial to avoid stains on painted surfaces.

Not recommended for outdoor display: To ensure longevity, keep your piece indoors and do not display it outdoors. This will help preserve its quality and appearance for lasting beauty.

More Information

At Arhatrupa, we do our utmost to ensure that each statue follows established iconographic forms and is crafted with respect for lineage-based symbolism. If you notice any discrepancies, we kindly invite you to share your suggestions with us.

Our statues are handcrafted in Nepal using time-honored metal-casting traditions. Artisans begin by sculpting a detailed wax model, which is encased in layers of clay and fired to create a mold. Molten copper is then poured into the mold, and once cooled, the statue is carefully cleaned, hand-carved, and refined, reflecting craftsmanship passed down through generations of artisans.

A consecration service is available upon request and is performed by experienced Buddhist practitioners using traditional ritual methods.

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About Zhabdrung

Born in 1594 in central Tibet to Mipham Tanpai Nyima, the sixteenth incumbent of Ralung and holder of the Gya lineage, and Sonam Palgyi Buthri, a daughter of the Kyishö Depa, a rising noble and patron of the Gelug school, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal was an exceptional child. According to his biographers, both his father and grandfather took full notice of his potential. Even his conception was marked by several auspicious omens. Later, historians and followers would rank him among the many incarnations of Avalokiteśvara, the Buddha of compassion.  

His education began at the age of four or five, and he was a quick learner. Lhawang Lodoe, a distinguished Drukpa scholar and astrologer, became his personal tutor. By the age of eight, he had taken his lay Buddhist vows, and the Sakya hierarch Sonam Wangpo bestowed upon him the title Zhabdrung, which means "at whose feet one submits." 

By thirteen, Zhabdrung had completed much of his training and was formally installed as the leader of the Ralung establishment. The ceremony was attended by many prominent figures from major Tibetan monasteries, who offered prayers for his longevity. This event also solidified his authority amid ongoing debates regarding the recognition of the famous Pema Karpo's reincarnation. His rival, Pagsam Wangpo, born in 1593, had been recognized as Pema Karpo's incarnation by Lhatsewa Ngawang Zangpo, a prominent disciple. 

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