Description
Himalayan Handmade Amitabha Golden Statue: The Great 48 Vows
This Handmade Amitabha Golden Statue, also known as the Buddha of Infinite Light, stands 15.6”/39.5cm tall and 9.8”/25cm at the base, weighing 3.43 kg. Made from copper with triple-layer 24K gold gilding, gold and acrylic paintings, and gemstones, this statue reflects refined craftsmanship and sacred artistry. Expertly handcrafted by skilled Nepali artisans, it serves as a luminous centerpiece for altars, meditation spaces, or spiritual collections, inviting a sense of peace and enlightened presence into any setting.
In his iconography, Amitabha Buddha is depicted seated in padmasana (lotus posture) atop a beautifully crafted lotus base, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. His right hand touches the earth in the bhūmisparśa mudrā, representing the pivotal moment when he called the Earth to witness his enlightenment. In his left hand, he holds an alms bowl, a symbol of renunciation and the monastic path. The ushnisha on his head symbolizes his supreme wisdom and enlightened nature, while his serene expression reflects deep inner peace and compassion. Together, these elements convey Amitabha’s role as the Buddha of Infinite Light and his unwavering commitment to guiding beings toward liberation and blissful enlightenment. The radiant halo behind him symbolizes spiritual realization and divine radiance of his wisdom.
Size: 15.6”/39.5cm (Height) x 9.8”/25cm (Base)
Weight: 3.43kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Gemstones
Amitabha Buddha, also known as the Buddha of Infinite Light, is a central figure in Mahayana Buddhism, revered for his boundless compassion and vow to help all sentient beings achieve enlightenment. He is often depicted seated in meditation, holding an alms bowl that symbolizes his renunciation of worldly desires. His serene and peaceful expression reflects his infinite wisdom and compassion, offering comfort and guidance to practitioners on their spiritual journey. Amitabha's most famous vow promises that anyone who sincerely calls upon his name with faith will be reborn in his Pure Land, a realm of perfect peace and enlightenment. He is considered a savior who offers liberation from the endless cycle of suffering through devotion and meditation.