Chenrezig

"Chenrizig"
8inx12in
Mixed media on canvas

Chenrezig is the Tibetan bhoddisattva of compassion. The Dali Lama is his incarnation on Earth. Chenrezig has determined to delay his ascent to Buddhahood until all sentient beings have attained enlightenment. He is aided in this immense task by the Green and White Taras.

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