Description
Manjushri Oxidized Copper Statue | Beacon of Enlightened Wisdom
Handcrafted in Nepal, this sacred Manjushri statue embodies enlightened wisdom, clarity, and transcendent insight. Standing 14cm (5.5 inches) tall with an 11.5cm (4.5 inches) base and weighing 0.54kg, it is expertly formed from a solid oxidized copper body. The poised posture and serene expression reflect the Bodhisattva of Wisdom’s ability to dispel ignorance and illuminate the path to enlightenment, making this finely detailed statue a meaningful focal point for altars, meditation spaces, or sacred collections, inspiring contemplation, discernment, and spiritual growth.
Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom, is depicted as the embodiment of clarity, insight, and the cutting of ignorance. Seated gracefully on a lotus throne, he wields the flaming sword of wisdom in his right hand, symbolizing the sharp discernment needed to cut through delusion and conceptual obscurations, while his left hand holds the Prajnaparamita Sutra atop a lotus stem, representing the perfection of wisdom teachings. Adorned with jeweled ornaments, flowing robes, and a crown, Manjushri radiates a serene yet powerful presence, combining meditative composure with dynamic intellectual energy. His calm and focused expression inspires practitioners to cultivate insight, mindfulness, and understanding, serving as a potent meditation statue that guides one toward awakening, discernment, and liberation.
Size: 5.5”/14cm (Height) x 4.5”/11.5cm (Base)
Weight: 0.54 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body
Manjushri, whose name means "Gentle Glory," is one of the most significant bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism. He represents prajna (transcendent wisdom) and is often depicted as a youthful figure, symbolizing the freshness and vitality of wisdom. He guides sentient beings towards understanding the true nature of reality and overcoming mental obscurations, making him a central figure in Buddhist practice.