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Sculpture of Padmasambhava Deity "Guru Rinpoche" | The Second Buddha of Compassion and Wisdom
Padmasambhava Deity Guru Rinpoche Statue stands at a height of 18.1 inches (46 cm) with a base measuring 11.8 inches (30 cm). Weighing approximately 7.93 kilograms, it is crafted from a copper body and 24K gold gilded. The statue is adorned with intricate gold and acrylic paintings that enhance its spiritual depth. Hand-carved gemstones are carefully set within the piece, adding a touch of elegance and sacredness. Depicting Guru Rinpoche in his regal and mystical form, this statue captures the essence of his power, wisdom, and transformative energy, making it a truly powerful and meaningful addition to any spiritual space or collection.
Guru Rinpoche is seated on a Lotus Throne. The lotus symbolizes purity and spiritual awakening, referencing his miraculous birth from a lotus flower. Guru Rinpoche is typically depicted wearing a crown adorned with jewels and a distinctive lotus hat. The hat often has five petals, symbolizing the five Buddha families, and three points representing the three kayas (bodies of enlightenment). He holds a five-pronged golden vajra (dorje) in his Right hand, symbolizing mastery over wisdom and compassion and the annihilation of harmful forces. In His Left hand, he holds a kapala (skull cup) filled with a long-life vase brimming with nectar, representing the transformative power of wisdom. Khatvanga, cradled in his left arm, this staff represents his consort Mandarava and the integration of skillful means and wisdom.
Size: 18.1”/46cm (Height) x 11.8”/30cm (Base)
Weight: 7.93 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic paintings, Copper Body, Handcarved Gemstones
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism. His iconography reflects his enlightened qualities, spiritual attainments, and central role in the transmission of Vajrayana Buddhism. His name, Padmasambhava, means "Born from the Lotus," symbolizing his miraculous birth and spiritual purity. In his role as the teacher of Tibetan Buddhism, Guru Rinpoche is associated with the Nyingma tradition, which holds him as the founding figure. He is believed to have meditated in various sacred places throughout Tibet, and his teachings focused on both compassion and wisdom, leading beings toward enlightenment.