A Vajrasattva thangka is a sacred Tibetan Buddhist painting that depicts Vajrasattva, a deity symbolizing purity and the power to purify negative karma and spiritual defilements. Vajrasattva is an important figure in Tibetan Buddhism, often invoked in rituals and practices aimed at cleansing the mind and soul of impurities.
In a Vajrasattva thangka, the deity is typically shown seated on a lotus throne, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. Vajrasattva is portrayed in a meditative posture, with a serene and peaceful expression that embodies his role as a purifier and protector of the spiritual path. In his right hand, he holds a vajra—a symbolic weapon representing indestructible truth and the ability to cut through ignorance.
