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Himalayan Art of Lokeshwor Bodhisattva of Compassion | Meditation Altar
The Himalayan Art of Lokeshwor Bodhisattva of Compassion stands 16.1 inches (41 cm) tall, with a 12.6-inch (32 cm) base, and weighs 7.31 kilograms. Made from a copper body, it is adorned with 24K gold gilding, radiating a sense of divine presence and sacred elegance. The intricate craftsmanship and luxurious materials make it a powerful centerpiece for altars, meditation rooms, or spiritual collections.
Lokeshvara is depicted in a regal seated posture, radiating both authority and compassion. His right hand is raised in the vitarka mudrā, the gesture of teaching and intellectual discussion, while his left hand rests behind his leg, holding a lotus, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. Atop his crown sits a small Amitabha Buddha, signifying his connection to the Buddha of Infinite Light and his embodiment of enlightened guidance. Draped across his shoulders is a deer skin, representing renunciation, harmony with nature, and the mastery of worldly attachments.
Size: 16.1”/41cm (Height) x 12.6”/32cm (Base)
Weight: 7.31 kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded
Lokeshwor, also known as Avalokiteshvara, is the Bodhisattva of Compassion and one of the most revered figures in Tibetan Buddhism. He embodies the infinite compassion (karuṇā) of all Buddhas and is believed to hear the cries of sentient beings, offering protection and guidance on their path to enlightenment. As the patron deity of six Tibetan provinces, he is associated with the spiritual and worldly well-being of the people in those regions. His mantra, "Om Mani Padme Hum," is widely recited to cultivate compassion and loving kindness.