Description
Guru Rinpoche Lotus-Born Siddha Statue | The Great Master of Tibetan Buddhism
Guru Rinpoche Lotus-Born Siddha Statue showcases the refined artistry of Nepalese craftsmanship through a copper body finished with 24K gold gilding, acrylic painting, and gemstone embellishments. Standing 14.2”/36 cm in height with an 8.7”/22 cm base and weighing 3.43 kg, this handcrafted sculpture features carefully carved details, intricate surface work, and finely applied decorative elements that enhance its overall appearance. The combination of gilded finishing, painted accents, and gemstone detailing reflects the traditional techniques and skilled workmanship involved in creating this Himalayan Buddhist artwork.
Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava), revered as the “Second Buddha” of Tibetan Buddhism, embodies enlightened wisdom, compassion, spiritual power, and the transformative energy of Vajrayana teachings. His sacred form represents the mastery of tantric wisdom and the ability to transform obstacles, negative forces, and ordinary experiences into awakened awareness.
Iconography
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Royal Ease Posture (Lalitasana):
He is depicted seated in the royal ease posture, expressing confidence, stability, and the perfect balance between deep meditation and compassionate enlightened activity. -
Vajra (Dorje):
Held in his right hand, the vajra symbolizes indestructible wisdom, compassion, and skillful means (Upaya). It represents the unchanging nature of enlightened awareness and the power to overcome spiritual obstacles. -
Skull Cup (Kapala):
Resting in his left hand, the skull cup represents the transformation of ordinary perception, negative emotions, and worldly experiences into profound wisdom and realization. -
Khatvanga Staff:
The khatvanga staff resting against his shoulder symbolizes tantric mastery, spiritual accomplishment, and the union of wisdom and method. It reflects his connection with advanced Vajrayana practices.
Size: 14.2”/36cm (Height) x 8.7”/22cm (Base)
Weight: 3.43 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body, Gemstones
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a revered 8th-century Indian Buddhist master credited with establishing Vajrayana Buddhism in Tibet. He is known as the 'Lotus-Born' due to his miraculous birth from a lotus flower. His teachings and actions were instrumental in pacifying negative forces and laying the foundation for the flourishing of Buddhist dharma across the Himalayas, making him a central figure in Tibetan Buddhism, particularly within the Nyingma tradition.
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