Himalayan Handcrafted Manjushri Statue | Sculpture of Bodhisattva of Wisdom
This Himalayan Handcrafted Manjushri Statue stands at 9.3”/23.5cm in height and 7.1”/18cm at the base, weighing 1.67 kg. Made from acrylic paintings, 24K gold gilding, and a copper body, it reflects traditional Himalayan craftsmanship. Expertly handcrafted by skilled Nepali artisans, it makes a meaningful addition to altars, meditation spaces, or spiritual collections.
Manjushri, the esteemed Bodhisattva of Wisdom, is seen seated elegantly on a throne made of a lotus and moon disc, symbolizing clarity, purity, and liberation from illusion. His right hand holds a blazing sword, which represents the sharpness of wisdom used to cut through ignorance and delusion. His left hand performs the Vitarka Mudra, a sign of teaching and intellectual discussion, and holds a lotus flower that supports the Prajnaparamita Sutra, a sacred text symbolizing ultimate wisdom. This statue embodies the qualities of insight, knowledge, and spiritual guidance, making it a vital figure in Buddhist practice, symbolizing learning and enlightenment.
Size: 9.3”/23.5cm (Height) x 7.1”/18cm (Base)
Weight: 1.67kg
Materials: Acrylic Paintings, 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body
Manjushri is a revered bodhisattva in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, known as the embodiment of wisdom. His name means "Gentle Glory" or "Glorious Softness," and he represents the sharp, clear, and penetrating nature of awakened insight that cuts through ignorance and illusion. He is commonly associated with scholars, meditators, and spiritual seekers who aspire to deepen their understanding of reality. Practitioners chant his mantra, Om Ah Ra Pa Tsa Na Dhih, to cultivate mental clarity, eloquence, and intuitive insight.