This beautiful miniature thangka pendant features the compassion mantra Om Mani Padme Hung arranged in a mandala pattern. The colours used in this piece are vivid and bold with high contrast.
Om mani padme hum, a six-syllable Sanskrit mantra, resonates deeply within Tibetan Buddhism. It embodies the essence of compassion, linked to the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known for their unwavering empathy. Each syllable carries symbolic weight. "Om" represents the ultimate reality, "mani" signifies a jewel, and "padme" translates to lotus flower, symbolizing the potential for transformation and purity. "Hum" signifies the indivisible union of method and wisdom, crucial for achieving enlightenment.
While interpretations vary, the mantra is believed to cultivate compassion, purify negativity, and ultimately lead one towards a path of awakening.
