Vishwapani means double thunderbolt or “diamond sceptor bearer” is a manifestation of Amoghasiddhi, and is shown in green colour, with the hands in the position of meditation and with the Double Dorje, as his symbol. He is seated, dressed in all the Bodhisatwa ornaments. His left hand laying on his lap-palm turned upward. The right hand in charity mudra holds his symbol the double thunderbolt. Viswapani is believed to be in contemplation before the Adi Buddha while waiting the fifth cycle when he will create the fifth world to which Maitreya will come as Manushi Buddha.

Maitreya Buddha Thangka Painting

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