Mahakala Collection

Mahakala, Protector of the Tent, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Mahakala, Protector of the Tent, ca. 1500

Mahakala,1100-1200, from Orissa,East India, basalt, Victoria & Albert museum, London, England
930376 Mahakala,1100-1200, from Orissa,East India, basalt, Victoria & Albert museum, London, England; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Photo © Stefano Baldini.

The Buddhist Deity Wisdom Mahakala (Jñana Mahakala), c.9th century. Creator: Unknown
The Buddhist Deity Wisdom Mahakala (Jnana Mahakala), c.9th century

Brahmanrupa Mahakala (Tibetan: Gonpo Bramzehi), c.15th century. Creator: Unknown
Brahmanrupa Mahakala (Tibetan: Gonpo Bramzehi), c.15th century

Mahakala and Companions, c1700. Creator: Anon
Mahakala and Companions, c1700

Offerings to Mahakala, early 18th century. Creator: Anon
Offerings to Mahakala, early 18th century

Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 13th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 13th century. Private Collection

Thangka of the six-armed Mahakala, 19th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of the six-armed Mahakala, 19th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 18th century. Private Collection

Offerings to Mahakala, c19th century. Creator: Anon
Offerings to Mahakala, c19th century

The Medicine Buddha, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
The Medicine Buddha, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Nagarjuna, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Nagarjuna, 18th century. Private Collection

Mahakala Khadgavira, 16th century AD
3559411 Mahakala Khadgavira, 16th century AD by Nepalese School, (16th century); National Museum of Nepal, Kathmandu, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Enlightened Protector Mahakala with Six Arms (Shadbhuja), 18th / 19th century
Enlightened Protector Mahakala with Six Arms (Shadbhuja), 18th/19th century

Buddhist God Mahakala, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist God Mahakala, 15th century

Six-armed Mahakala, second half of the 18th century (copper with gilding)
5931070 Six-armed Mahakala, second half of the 18th century (copper with gilding) by Mongolian School, (18th century); 48.3x29.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Daikokuten, from the series The Seven Gods of Good Luck in Modern Life
3504363 Daikokuten, from the series The Seven Gods of Good Luck in Modern Life (Tosei Shichi Fukujin), c.1769 (colour woodblock print) by Harunobu, Suzuki (1725-70); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Tibetan gilt-bronze statuette of Mahakala

Door Guardian Mahakala 800s Indonesia Central Java
Door Guardian, Mahakala, 800s. Indonesia, Central Java, Chandi Suko, 9th century. Volcanic stone; overall: 61.3 x 32.4 cm (24 1/8 x 12 3/4 in.)

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Mahakala, the fierce and powerful deity in Tibetan Buddhism, is often depicted as a wrathful figure with a crown of skulls and wielding a trident. Despite his fearsome appearance, Mahakala is actually a protector who destroys obstacles on the path to enlightenment. He symbolizes the power to overcome negativity and ignorance, guiding practitioners towards spiritual growth and liberation. Through devotion to Mahakala, one can tap into their inner strength and courage to face challenges head-on. Embracing his energy can bring about transformation and empowerment in one's life. Let Mahakala inspire you to confront your fears and embrace change with confidence and determination. Trust in his guidance as you navigate through life's ups and downs, knowing that he is always there to support you on your journey towards awakening.