White Six-Armed Mahakala
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The White Six-Armed Mahakala is a six‑armed, white‑colored manifestation of the wrathful protector deity Mahakala. It is especially popular among Mongolian Gelugpa practitioners and is one of the various forms transmitted through terma lineages. This form is associated with advanced practice and is depicted in a dancing posture rather than the upright stance of the major Shangpa version.
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“The White Six-Armed Mahakala (Skt: Ṣadbhūjasītamahākāla; Wylie: mgon po yid bzhin nor bu) is popular among Mongolian Gelugpas.”
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