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Marpha Statue for Deep Realization and Lineage Blessings | Altar Home Decor
Handcrafted with reverent precision, this Marpa statue of the Buddhist master brings the grounding energy of the Kagyu lineage into your home. Standing at a graceful height of 21 cm (8.3”), this exquisite piece of sacred Buddhist art represents Marpa the Translator, a foundational figure in Tibetan Buddhism known for his indomitable spirit and profound realization. Hand-gilded in radiant 24K gold, the sculpture emanates a serene yet powerful aura, reflecting both spiritual discipline and enlightened presence. Standing 21 cm (8.3”) tall on a 17.5 cm (6.9”) base and weighing 1.64 kg, it is meticulously crafted from a solid copper body and enhanced with delicate acrylic painting, embodying refined Himalayan craftsmanship from Nepal.
Depicted in a traditional yogic posture of contemplative ease, the great translator embodies the perfect balance between worldly mastery and profound spiritual realization. His relaxed yet composed stance reflects complete control over both intellectual discipline and meditative depth, symbolizing the union of study, practice, and insight. The expression on his face radiates deep inner wisdom, clarity, and unwavering determination born from years of disciplined practice and translation of sacred teachings. This sacred icon serves as a powerful reminder on the altar, encouraging perseverance, spiritual discipline, and the transformative process of turning ordinary experience into the direct realization of enlightened awareness.
Size: 8.3”/21cm (Height) x 6.9”/17.5cm (Base)
Weight: 1.64 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Marpa Lotsawa (1012–1097), often referred to as Marpa the Translator, was a foundational Tibetan Buddhist master who traveled to India multiple times to receive sacred teachings. He translated crucial Sanskrit texts into Tibetan, establishing the Kagyu lineage, which emphasizes direct oral transmission and experiential realization. Known as a householder yogi, he demonstrated that enlightenment is achievable within everyday family and community life.