Wei Tuo (Skanda) Bodhisattva's image is always present in all temples as the "Entry Guardian." He is the General-in-Chief of the 32 heavenly generals who come under the 4 Heavenly Kings and has earned titles as the "Protector of the Buddhist Faith", the "Protector of Temples" and the "Protector of Dharma Books".

Wei Tuo was a son of a heavenly king who was so virtuous that when Shakyamuni Buddha was entering Nirvana, He instructed the Prince to guard the Dharma. Thus it became His duty to protect the members of the Sangha whenever they are disturbed in their cultivation by the retinue of Mara, the Evil One. And whenever a conflict arises among religious orders, He will discharge His duty to help bring about a peaceful settlement.