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Handmade Guru Padmasambhava Statue: Protector of Dharma
This handmade Guru Padmasambhava Statue: Protector of Dharma stands 14.6”/37cm tall and 9.1”/23cm at the base, weighing 4.12 kg. Made from oxidized copper with electro-silver plating, gold and acrylic paintings, and gemstones, it reflects the depth of traditional Himalayan craftsmanship. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this statue is ideal for altars, meditation spaces, or as a meaningful spiritual gift.
Padmasambhava is depicted seated on a lotus throne, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. He holds a vajra (symbol of indestructible compassion) in his right hand and a skull cup containing a vase filled with the nectar of immortality in his left hand. The khatvanga, a trident ornamented with symbolic components reflecting his tantric attainment and the union of wisdom and compassion, rests on his left shoulder. This portrayal highlights his role as the founder of Vajrayana Buddhism and a powerful tantric master.
Size: 14.6”/37cm (Height) x 9.1”/23cm (Base)
Weight: 4.12kg
Materials: Oxidized Copper Body, Electro Silver Plating, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Gemstones
Guru Padmasambhava, also known as Padmasambhava, is one of the most revered figures in Tibetan Buddhism. He is considered the "Second Buddha" for his pivotal role in bringing Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century. Guru Padmasambhava is credited with subduing powerful demons and spiritual obstacles that hindered the spread of Buddhism. He established the foundation of Tibetan Buddhism by founding the first monastery in Tibet and initiating the Nyingma school, the oldest of the four main schools in Tibet. His teachings and achievements laid the groundwork for the flourishing of Tibetan Buddhism and the preservation of Vajrayana (Tantric) Buddhism in Tibet.