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Handmade Statue of Manjushri, The Wisdom Bodhisattva | Tibetan Buddhist Icon
The handmade statue of Manjushri, the Wisdom Bodhisattva, stands at 8.7” (22 cm) in height with a base width of 5.9” (15 cm). Weighing 1.43 kg, it is crafted from a copper body, adorned with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings. This exquisite piece reflects traditional Himalayan craftsmanship, making it a meaningful addition to any spiritual altar, meditation space, or collection of sacred Buddhist art.
Manjushri, the esteemed Bodhisattva of Wisdom, is shown seated in a poised and serene manner atop a lotus and moon disc throne—powerful symbols of purity, inner stability, and liberation from illusion. The lotus rising from murky waters signifies the emergence of wisdom from ignorance, while the moon disc reflects the calm clarity that comes with awakened insight. In his right hand, he wields a flaming sword, representing the sharpness of wisdom used to cut through delusion and reveal the ultimate truth. His left hand is raised in the Vitarka Mudra, symbolizing teaching and intellectual discourse, underscoring his role as a bearer of profound Dharma. A blooming lotus near his left arm supports the Prajñāpāramitā Sutra, the sacred text of transcendent wisdom, signifying the fulfillment of ultimate insight and the path to enlightenment.
Size: 8.7”/22cm (Height) x 5.9”/15cm (Base)
Weight: 1.43kg
Materials: Copper Body, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, 24K Gold Gilded
Manjushri, often revered as the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, is one of the most significant figures in Mahayana Buddhism. His name translates to "Gentle Glory." he is celebrated for embodying wisdom (prajñā), insight, and knowledge. Manjushri is traditionally depicted holding a flaming sword in his right hand, which symbolizes cutting through ignorance and delusion. In his left hand, he has a lotus flower, often with a scroll of wisdom, representing the teachings of the Buddha and the clarity of enlightened wisdom.