King Kong Hercules Wood Carving

King Kong Hercules Wood Carving

Konglius (King Ren), who are the Buddhist protectors of anger, usually appear in pairs and guard the entrance to many Buddhist temples in Japan and East Asia on both sides of the mountain gate. The statue is known for its exaggerated muscles, ferocious expressions and power-filled postures, designed to drive away evil spirits and deter enemies. This statue is made of wood, and many of the ancient Ren Wang statues are carved from wood such as Japanese cypress.
King Kong Lex Hum

King Kong Lex Hum

The door gods are known in Japan as the Kongers, and their role is to protect the temple and Buddhism. Door gods (Niō) usually appear in pairs, with one mouth open and one mouth closed. Those who open their mouths are called A, and those who close their mouths are called Hum. Corresponds to the second generals of Chinese Buddhism. These two names stand for the first and last syllables in Sanskrit, symbolizing the beginning and end of all things. The pair of statues are now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
King Kong, Hercules

King Kong, Hercules

The door gods are known in Japan as the Kongers, and their role is to protect the temple and Buddhism. Door gods (Niō) usually appear in pairs, with one mouth open and one mouth closed. Those who open their mouths are called A, and those who close their mouths are called Hum. Corresponds to the second generals of Chinese Buddhism. These two names stand for the first and last syllables in Sanskrit, symbolizing the beginning and end of all things. The pair of statues are now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.