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Handcrafted Himalayan Amitabha Buddha Artwork | Buddhist Decor Statue
This Himalayan Amitabha Buddha Artwork stands at 8.2”/21cm in height and 5.5”/14cm at the base, weighing 1.03 kg. Made from oxidized copper, this statue reflects authentic Himalayan artistry. Expertly handcrafted by skilled artisans, it serves as a serene addition to altars, meditation areas, or spiritual collections.
Amitabha Buddha is depicted in Dhyana Mudra, with both hands in the lap, the right hand resting on the left, and the thumbs lightly touching. This symbolizes meditation and the attainment of enlightenment. Amitabha is seated on a lotus throne, symbolizing purity, spiritual awakening, and transcendence over the cycle of birth and death. He is wearing simple monastic robes, signifying detachment from worldly concerns and commitment to the spiritual path. Amitabha's face is serene, and his gentle smile reflects his boundless compassion and wisdom. His eyes are often half-closed in meditation. He has a cranial protuberance (ushnisha) on the top of his head, symbolizing his supreme wisdom and attainment of enlightenment.
Size: 8.2”/21cm (Height) x 5.5”/14cm (Base)
Weight: 1.03 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body
Amitabha, also known as Amida, is a celestial Buddha revered in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly in Pure Land Buddhism. He is known as the Buddha of Infinite Light and Infinite Life. Amitabha resides in the Western Pure Land of Sukhavati, a realm of bliss and enlightenment. He is known for his vow to save all beings who call upon his name with sincere faith, promising them rebirth in his Pure Land, where they can easily attain enlightenment. In practice, this involves chanting his name, a central practice in Pure Land Buddhism.