Manjushri embodies wisdom aspect of an enlightened mind. This is the ability to see into the true nature of reality of the persons and the phenomena. Manjushri has the ability to discriminate correct views of reality as it is. In order to benefit the sentient beings he too, manifests in different forms. In this form of Manjushri, he is single faced symbolizing his wisdom as non-dual. Arapachana Manjushri holds the flaming sword in his right hand to symbolize cutting off the root of the delusion which is the cause of suffering, ignorance, and of self grasping. Arapachana Manjushri holds the scriptural text entitled ‘Perfection of wisdom’ which cuts off all delusions. Arapachana Manjushri sits in the Vajraparyanka attitude. Arapachana Manjushri is always accompanied by four companions, with few exceptions.

Arapachana Manjushri is invoked especially for increasing intelligence by reciting his mantra Om A Ra Pa Cha Na Dhih many times.

This form of Manjushri has a special relationship with Kathmandu valley because it was he who drained the water of Kathmandu valley to make it habitable land. According to Swayambhu legend it is said that he came to Kathmandu valley with his consorts Kesini and Upakesini. His two companions are said to be Jalini Kumar and Chandraprabha Kumar who were Bodhisattvas. As the water receded, the sacred hill of Swayambhu Stupa appeared. This was the contribution of great bodhisattva Manjushri Arapachana.

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