Himalayan Bodhisattva 1000 Armed Chenrezig: Statue of Compassionate
This 1000 Armed Chenrezig statue, also known as the Bodhisattva, stands at 24.2 inches tall, with a base width of 16.3 inches, and weighs 9.06 kg. Made from 24K gold gilded copper and adorned with gold and acrylic paintings. This sculpture reflects the skilled craftsmanship of Nepali artisans. Ideal for altars and meditation areas, it brings a sense of peace and spiritual presence to any sacred space.
The Thousand-Armed Chenrezig represents infinite mercy and the capacity to assist innumerable spirits at once. His eleven heads symbolize his ability to perceive the suffering of all sentient beings. These heads are stacked in layers, with the tenth being wrathful. The right hand holds a lotus flower, which represents wisdom and compassion, while the left hand holds a mala, which represents the continuous cycle of samsara. The two central hands are joined in a namaskar motion, expressing reverence. He has eight arms in his lowermost layer, each holding various ritual objects such as a bow, arrow, and damaru drum.
Size: 24.2”/61.5cm (Height) x 16.3”/41.5cm (Base)
Weight: 9.06kg
Materials: Gold & Acrylic Paintings, 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Gemstones
Chenrezig, also known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit, is the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion and one of the most beloved deities in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He embodies the boundless compassion of all Buddhas and is believed to hear the cries of all beings, responding with swift assistance and guidance on the path to liberation. Regarded as the spiritual progenitor of the Dalai Lama, Chenrezig is associated with the Lotus family and often depicted with multiple arms, symbolizing his ability to reach out to countless souls. His mantra, Om Mani Padme Hum, is among the most widely recited in Buddhism, capturing the essence of his compassionate vow to aid all sentient beings.
