An Amitabha Buddha thangka is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist painting that portrays Amitabha, the Buddha of Infinite Light. Amitabha is one of the most revered Buddhas in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly in the Pure Land traditions, where he is venerated for his boundless compassion and his vow to lead all beings to his Pure Land, Sukhavati, a paradise of ultimate peace and enlightenment.
In a typical Amitabha Buddha thangka, Amitabha is depicted seated in a meditative posture on a lotus throne, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. His hands are often in the Dhyana mudra, the gesture of meditation, where both palms rest in his lap, symbolizing deep concentration and inner peace. Occasionally, he is also shown holding a begging bowl, which represents the renunciation of worldly desires and the nurturing of spiritual life.
