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The Enlightened Teacher: Handcrafted Golden Statue of Shakyamuni Buddha
Invite the peaceful and wise presence of Shakyamuni Buddha into your space with this handcrafted golden statue. Made by skilled artisans in Patan, Nepal, a city known for its exceptional metalwork, this statue is more than just a decorative item—it is a spiritual symbol that embodies the essence of enlightenment and compassion.
Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted sitting in the lotus position (padmasana), symbolizing his steady concentration and mastery over the distractions of the material world. His right hand stretched toward the earth in bhumisparsha mudra, represents his moment of enlightenment, inviting the earth to witness his waking. The left hand, lying gently in his lap in dhyana mudra, depicts the profound state of meditation and mindfulness that leads to insight and clarity.
Size: 12.9”/33cm (Height) x 9.4”/24cm (Base)
Weight: 4.53 kg
Materials: Gold & Acrylic Paintings, 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Gemstones
Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Shakyamuni Buddha, rediscovered the Middle Way and is regarded as the enlightened one who established Buddhism. His teachings on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path have helped numerous people comprehend the nature of suffering, its causes, and the way to liberation. Shakyamuni's life exemplifies the possibility for all beings to reach enlightenment via practice and moral behavior, from his renunciation to his enlightenment and teaching career.