The Illuminating Path: Tsongkhapa Set Sculpture
Introducing the Tsongkhapa Set with Two Followers Sculpture, a moving homage to the two leading followers of the founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. This sculpture, which stands at a harmonic height of 12.5 inches and rests on an 8.6-inch base, represents the depth and unity of Tsongkhapa's teachings as they have been transmitted through the ages and weighs 8.24 kg. With its intricate gold and acrylic paintings, intricate 24K gold gilding, and copper body construction, this sculpture embodies the spirit of wisdom, ethics, and monastic discipline and perfectly represents Tsongkhapa's enlightened presence with his followers.
In the middle of this sculpture sits Tsongkhapa, who is highly regarded for his profound study and moral life. His two most important pupils, Gyaltsab Je, and Khedrub Je, are shown on either side of him, and they both contributed significantly to the founding and growth of the Gelug tradition. This set is a remarkable work of holy art that also serves as a powerful reminder of the teachings' ongoing relevance and the significance of the guru-disciple bond in pursuing enlightenment.
Tsongkhapa Size: 12.5"/32cm (Height) x 8.6"/22cm (Base)
Disciples Size: 9.8"/25cm (Height) x 7.4"/19cm (Base)
Weight: 8.24 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
The renowned Tibetan Buddhist master Je Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) established the Gelug school, which strongly emphasized monastic discipline, in-depth intellectual research, and a systematic approach to meditation. Many scholarly writings, comments, and practices that he left behind still impact modern Tibetan Buddhism. The focus placed by Tsongkhapa on ethics, chastity of practice, and bodhicitta growth has had a lasting impact on Tibet's spiritual landscape and beyond.
