A Fasting Buddha Spiritual Statue for Profound Self-Reflection
Witnessing the Fasting Buddha spiritual statue invites deep contemplation on perseverance and spiritual awakening. This profound sculpture, standing 15.75 inches (40cm) tall, captures the Buddha’s emaciated form during his intense six-year ascetic period. Crafted in Nepal from oxidized copper with an antique finish, it emanates an aura of ancient wisdom and dedication, making it a powerful centerpiece for any spiritual space.
The iconic posture of the Fasting Buddha symbolizes the profound realization that extreme asceticism alone does not lead to enlightenment. It represents the crucial period before his awakening, emphasizing the middle path between indulgence and self-deprivation. This statue serves as a potent reminder of the inner journey towards balance, wisdom, and genuine liberation.
Size: 15.75”/40cm (Height) x 10.04”/25.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.84 kg
Material: Antique Finish, Oxidized Copper Body
The Fasting Buddha depicts Siddhartha Gautama during a significant phase of his quest for enlightenment. Following his renunciation of worldly life, he engaged in severe ascetic practices, including extreme fasting, for six years in the forests of Uruvela. This period led him to realize that such deprivation was not the path to liberation, ultimately guiding him toward the Middle Path and his eventual awakening under the Bodhi tree.
