Chenrezig Thangka — Avalokiteshvara, Bodhisattva of Compassion
Chenrezig (Sanskrit: Avalokiteshvara) is the patron deity of Tibet and the embodiment of the compassion of all Buddhas. His mantra, Om Mani Padme Hum, is the most widely recited in Tibetan Buddhism. Whether you seek a central altar icon, a support for daily mantra practice, or a meaningful gift for a practitioner, a Chenrezig thangka is the most universally beloved image in the Tibetan tradition.
Which Form to Choose
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Four-Armed Chenrezig (Chaturbhuja) → the standard form for daily Om Mani recitation and personal shrines. White body, lotus, crystal rosary, wish-fulfilling jewel.
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Thousand-Armed Chenrezig (Sahasrabhuja) → the traditional icon for Nyung Ne fasting retreat and group compassion practice. Eleven heads, thousand arms, each palm bearing an eye.
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Large format → for a commanding central altar or shrine room.
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Medium format → for a personal desk shrine, travel altar, or gifting.
