# @rubinmuseum on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DXufS6Rkthp
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/64907485-rubinmuseum-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-04-29T18:56:05.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art (@rubinmuseum) — https://gondola.cc/rubinmuseum

## Caption

Each of Vajrabhairava’s 34 hands holds a ritual object, and each one carries meaning.

A skull cup reflects impermanence, a curved knife cuts through ignorance, and other implements pierce illusion and confront fear.

Together, these objects show transformation as intentional and skillful—an active process of cutting through obstacles and moving toward awakening.

For the full context, start with Part 1 on our profile and follow along as we take a closer look at the iconography of Vajrabhairava and explore what wrathful imagery teaches about wisdom.

#BuddhistArt #HimalayanArt #WrathfulWisdom #Iconography

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Vajrabhairava with Consort Vajravetali; Mongolia; 18th–19th century; gilt copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.25.1 (HAR 68853)

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iconography, buddhistart, himalayanart, wrathfulwisdom

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