Tibetan Buddhist Vajra Master Guru Rinpoche Handmade Statue
This Buddhist Vajra Master Guru Rinpoche Statue stands at 13.4”/34cm in height and 11”/28cm at the base, with a weight of 3.32 kg. Crafted from 24K gold gilded copper and detailed with gold and acrylic paintings, the statue is further adorned with gemstones that enhance its sacred presence. Representing the revered Guru Rinpoche, this handcrafted piece showcases the skill of Nepali artisans and is ideal for altars, meditation spaces, or spiritual collections.
Guru Rinpoche—Padmasambhava, revered as the Second Buddha and founder of Vajrayana Buddhism, embodies profound spiritual mastery and enlightened activity. He is portrayed seated in Lalitāsana, the royal ease posture, symbolizing both his serene wisdom and his readiness to act compassionately for the benefit of all beings. In his left hand, he holds a kapala (skull cup), signifying spiritual abundance and the transcendence of death. His right hand wields a vajra, a symbol of indestructible clarity and unwavering wisdom. Resting against his left shoulder is a khatvanga trident, a tantric staff representing his mastery over the three realms and the unity of the Three Kayas—the truth, enjoyment, and emanation body. His head is crowned with a distinctive lotus hat adorned with a feather, reflecting his enlightened vision and dynamic compassion. This depiction of Padmasambhava radiates spiritual power and approachable grace, capturing the transformative energy at the heart of Vajrayana teachings.
Size: 13.4”/34cm (Height) x 11”/28cm (Base)
Weight: 3.32 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, miraculously appeared at the age of eight from a blooming lotus in Lake Dhanakosha, fulfilling a prophecy of Shakyamuni Buddha. Not born from a womb, he manifested spontaneously, radiating profound wisdom and compassion. His arrival marked the dawn of Vajrayana Buddhism, and he became known as the Second Buddha, transforming obstacles and guiding beings toward enlightenment. Among his significant achievements, Guru Rinpoche is credited with subduing powerful demons and spiritual barriers that hindered the spread of Buddhism. He established the first monastery in Tibet, Samye, and initiated the practice of Vajrayana, bringing advanced tantric teachings to the region. His wisdom and guidance laid the foundation for the flourishing of Tibetan Buddhism, and he is revered as a master who harmonized the teachings of tantra, mantra, and meditation. Guru Rinpoche's legacy inspires millions, and his profound impact on Tibetan spiritual life remains unmatched.