THE FOUR GUARDIAN KINGS
| SIKKIMS GUARDIAN DEITIES | ||||
| The Four Guardian Kings are the protectors of the four cardinal directions and are almost always found at the entrance to monasteries and temples. They each have two hands and are dressed in the ornate armour and clothing of a warrior king. They may be depicted either sitting or standing. |
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| Dhritarashtra, the King of the East
white in color and plays a flute. |
Virudhaka, the King of the South
blue in color and carries a sword and scabbard. |
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| Virupaksha, the King of the West,
red in color and holds a small stupa in his right hand and a serpent in his left. |
Vaishravana, the King of the North
yellow in color and carries a banner of victory in his right hand and a mongoose that vomits jewels in his left. |
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