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The Nepalese Handmade Guru Rinpoche | Tantric Deity
Nepalese Handmade Guru Rinpoche is handcrafted from copper and richly adorned with 24K gold gilding, intricate gold and acrylic paintings, and hand-set gemstones. It is made of copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. Measuring 16.5”/42cm in height and 8.9”/22.5cm at the base, it weighs 5.17 kg. Revered as the “Second Buddha,” Guru Rinpoche is the tantric master who brought Buddhism to Tibet, embodying profound wisdom and spiritual power. This statue radiates divine presence and is an inspiring centerpiece for any altar, meditation space, or sacred collection.
Guru Rinpoche is depicted sitting in a regal posture, exuding confidence and spiritual mastery. His right hand holds a vajra, which means indestructible power, while his left hand holds a skull cup (kapala) filled with the nectar of wisdom. The khatvanga, a trident ornamented with symbolic components reflecting his tantric attainment and the union of wisdom and compassion, rests on his left shoulder.
Size: 16.5”/42cm (Height) x 8.9”/22.5cm (Base)
Weight: 5.17kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
In Tibetan Buddhism, Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a highly revered figure frequently referred to as the "Second Buddha" due to his pivotal role in introducing Buddhism to Tibet. Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, was built because it is credited with driving out local spirits and impediments. The core teachings of Tibetan Buddhism are those of Guru Rinpoche, who brought Vajrayana (Tantric) Buddhism to Tibet and blended it with the native Bon tradition. He is revered for his mastery of spiritual practices and his significant influence on the development of Tibetan Buddhism. His legacy comprises a multitude of teachings and books.