Handmade Marpha Statue for Meditation | Tibetan Buddhist Altar Art
Marpha Statue for Meditation measures 10.6 inches (27 cm) in height and 7.9 inches (20 cm) at the base, weighing 2.32 kg. It features a copper body adorned with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings. Expertly crafted by skilled artisans, this piece reflects traditional craftsmanship and makes a refined addition to compact altars, meditation spaces, or personal spiritual collections.
Marpa, the great Tibetan translator and teacher, is depicted seated in padmāsana (lotus posture), exuding calmness and grounded wisdom. He wears the traditional monastic robes, symbolizing discipline and renunciation. His mature face with black hair radiates serenity and insight, reflecting the depth of his meditative realization. Both his hands rest in the bhūmisparśa mudrā (earth-touching gesture), signifying the moment of unwavering determination and the earth's call to witness his enlightenment.
Size: 10.6”/27cm (Height) x 7.9”/20cm (Base)
Weight: 2.32kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings
Marpa (1012–1097), also known as Marpa Lotsawa, was a renowned Tibetan Buddhist master, translator, and teacher. He is considered one of the greatest translators in Tibetan Buddhist history and is often referred to as the "King of Translators." Marpa studied extensively in India under renowned gurus, returning to Tibet to teach and transmit the Vajrayana teachings he had received. He is particularly known for his role in bringing the Mahamudra and Kadampa teachings to Tibet, founding the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. His life and teachings emphasized the importance of personal spiritual practice and close association with a qualified guru. Marpa is venerated as a great translator and teacher who played a pivotal role in establishing Vajrayana Buddhism in Tibet.
