Guru Rinpoche Statue with Copper and Gemstones | Meditation and Spiritual Altar
The artistically carved Guru Rinpoche Statue with Copper and Gemstones, which stands an incredible 20.1 inches tall, is made of copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture, adorned with hand-carved gemstones, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism, often depicted in a regal posture that symbolizes his mastery over both spiritual and worldly realms. Seated on a lotus disc, he embodies purity and enlightenment, showcasing his ability to transcend the distractions and illusions of the material world. Guru Rinpoche is renowned for his crucial role in propagating Mahayana Buddhism in Tibet. His right hand holds the vajra, symbolizing indestructible wisdom that cannot be shaken by worldly forces, while his left hand holds a skull cup attached to a vase of nectar, which represents immortality and the offering of wisdom to sentient beings. Additionally, the skull cup symbolizes his mastery over the cycle of birth and death, offering spiritual sustenance to those seeking liberation. In his other hand, he holds the khatvanga trident, a significant and powerful symbol. The trident’s three prongs represent the Three Jewels of Buddhism—the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha—symbolizing Guru Rinpoche's unwavering commitment to these foundational principles. The trident also signifies victory over ignorance and the destruction of the three poisons: ignorance, desire, and aversion. It serves as a protective tool, safeguarding practitioners from harmful external and internal forces while also symbolizing the integration of wisdom, compassion, and skillful means in the tantric path. Guru Rinpoche’s iconography conveys his role as a protector and liberator, capable of overcoming both spiritual and worldly obstacles, guiding practitioners toward enlightenment through his teachings and powerful symbolic presence.
Size: 20.1”/51cm (Height) x 13.2”/33.5cm (Base)
Weight: 10.51 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Padmasambhava, the “Lotus-Born,” embodies compassion, fearlessness, and enlightened activity. As the second Buddha, he guides us through obstacles, revealing hidden treasures within. His gaze pierces illusion, inviting us to awaken our innate wisdom. He is often depicted holding a vajra (thunderbolt scepter) and a skull cup, symbolizing the transmutation of negative energies into wisdom and enlightenment.
