Buddhist Vajrasattva Lord of Purification Sculpture | Vajrayana Buddhist Art for Decor
The Vajrasattva Statue portrays the revered Tibetan Buddhist deity known as the "Lord of Purification." Vajrasattva is revered as the embodiment of purity, compassion, and wisdom, and his role in purifying negative karma and obstacles. This statue is handcrafted from oxidized copper with acrylic paints, then enhanced with mercury gold for a refined, brilliant finish. It stands 9.6"/24.5cm tall, with a base of 6.3"/16cm and a weight of 1.82 kg, making it a spectacular addition to any altar or spiritual space. This monument represents the purity and transforming force he bestows to all who seek his blessings.
Vajrasattva is represented in serene meditation, expressing purity and tranquility. He has a vajra Ithunderbolt) in his right hand at his heart, signifying unbreakable truth and compassion, and a bell on his left. lying on his hip. representing. knowledge and emptiness. Vajrasattva, wearing jewels and a crown, demonstrates divine elegance and enlightened knowledge. His gentle smile indicates his role as a guide for spiritual rebirth and freedom from negative karma.
Size: 9.6”/24.5cm (Height) x 6.3”/16cm (Base)
Weight: 1.82 kg
Material: Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body, Mercury Gold
Vajrasatva is typically regarded as the second patriarch in the Shingan Buddhist lineage, the first being Vairocana Buddha. According to Kukai's writings in Record of the Dharma Transmission, Nagarjuna encountered Vajrasatva in an iron tower in southern India, based on Amoghavajra's testimony. As recounted in the Mahavairocana Sutra, Vajrasatve inducted Nagarjuna into the abhiseka ceremony and entrusted him with the esoteric teachings he bad gained from Vairocana Buddha. Kukai doesn't go into detail on Vajrasatva or his beginnings.
