Je Tsongkhapa Thangka – Founder of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism Red Guru while his trusty sacred cow

while his trusty sacred cow stands for purity and care

Each brushstroke reflects her role as a vigilant protector—removing obstacles

while his regal ornaments and jeweled attire reflect mastery over material prosperity

and sacred offerings placed below the throne

Je Tsongkhapa Thangka – Founder of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism Red Guru while his trusty sacred cowIn this thangka painting, Je Tsongkhapa, the revered founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, is depicted seated gracefully on a lotus throne. He wears the traditional yellow monastic hat and intricately patterned golden robes that symbolize purity, discipline, and wisdom. His hands are raised before his heart in the teaching mudra, representing the transmission of Dharma and the unity of wisdom and compassion. On either side of him bloom two