Description
Buddha of Knowledge "Manjushri" | Symbol of Wisdom and Enlightenment
This exquisite Buddha of Knowledge manjushri statue measures 13.2” (33.5 cm) in height with a base width of 9.4” (24 cm) and weighs 3.06 kg. Made from a Copper Body, it is adorned with 24K Gold Gilding, beautifully detailed Gold & Acrylic Paintings, and intricately embedded gemstones.
The statue depicts the deity sitting on a lotus seat atop a moon disc, holding a flaming sword of wisdom above his right hand, symbolizing its ability to remove ignorance and misconception. The figure is adorned with an elegant five-jeweled crown and a swirling silken scarf. The Prajna Paramita Sutra, held atop the lotus in the left hand doing Vitraka Mudra, represents enlightenment and knowledge in its calm and delicately created shape.
Size: 13.2”/33.5cm (Height) x 9.4”/24cm (Base)
Weight: 3.06 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Gemstone, Copper Body
Manjushri, known as the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, holds a special place in Buddhist practice as the embodiment of transcendent wisdom. Often depicted with a flaming sword in one hand and a scripture in the other, Manjushri symbolizes the cutting through of ignorance and the illumination of knowledge. His presence is invoked by practitioners seeking clarity, understanding, and the deep insights that lead to enlightenment. As a guide to wisdom, Manjushri's image is revered in meditation and devotional practices across the Buddhist world.