A pair of Chitipati – "Lords of the charnel grounds"
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Orientation 1
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ABS 302
Code: ABS 302
Country: Mongolia
Style: Khalkhas of Outer Mongolia
Date: 1700 - 1800
Dimensions in cm WxHxD: 37
Materials: Wood, with remains of painted decoration
Citipati - the masters of the charnel grounds
Often appearing as a pair, the Citipati represent the union of wisdom (feminine) with compassion (masculine). They support the contemplation of practitioners on the fleeting nature of life and the impermanence of the worldly matters, helping them to maintain a distance from their passionate attachments to the things and experiences of this world. As wrathful deities, they instil fear among the enemies of the Dharma. These enemies are not primarily external beings, but first of all internal attitudes such as destructive passions and negative thoughts. As protectors, the Citipati are part of Mahakala's entourage.
Often appearing as a pair, the Citipati represent the union of wisdom (feminine) with compassion (masculine). They support the contemplation of practitioners on the fleeting nature of life and the impermanence of the worldly matters, helping them to maintain a distance from their passionate attachments to the things and experiences of this world. As wrathful deities, they instil fear among the enemies of the Dharma. These enemies are not primarily external beings, but first of all internal attitudes such as destructive passions and negative thoughts. As protectors, the Citipati are part of Mahakala's entourage.