This is a beautiful pendant of the Xu Kong / Kokuzo / Namkai Nyingpo / Akasagarbha (虚空藏菩萨). It is nicely craved from Black Obsidian Crystal (黑耀石) that has emotional healing and protection powers. The Bodhisattva symbolizes the "vast and boundless" Buddha wisdom that permeates the universe. Believers pray to him to grant them wisdom in their quest toward enlightenment. Akasagarbha personifies infinitely vast wisdom and compassion as they are said to be as boundless as the sky. This Bodhisattva is the guardian protector for those people borne in the year of Ox and Tiger.

One of the eight great Bodhisattvas, Kokuzo (虚空藏菩萨) represents the immense vastness of Buddha’s wisdom. It was widely believed in both Japan and Chinese that this Buddha’s blessings are so powerful that merely reciting his name and mantra would bestow great wisdom, intelligence and creative powers. Because of this, he is sometimes regarded as the Patron Deity of art. His practice is not as commonly practiced now except in the Japanese Shingon lineage. However, historically, he was very widely revered and worshipped for he is able to remove obstacles, help people to recognize and overcome their weaknesses and encourage the practice of the 6 Paramitas / Perfections: Generosity, Ethics, Patience, Perseverance, Concentration and Wisdom.

Obsidian is formed when volcanic lava comes into contact with water. Thereafter it was forced to cool so quickly that it doesn’t have time to crystallize resulting in a stone with a shiny, glassy texture. Black Obsidian is an extremely powerful, fast acting and protective stone. It is said to form a shield against negativity and to absorb negative energies from the environment. Because of this, it should be cleansed regularly in running water to remove the negative energies. In healing aspect, Obsidian is believed to reduce the pain of arthritis, to help joint problems and to ease cramp. It is also said to aid digestion too.

The item will be placed in a small polymer bag and then onto the cushion of the gift box before closing up for packing and delivery.

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