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Handmade Sculpture of Amida Buddha | Rebirth in the Pure Land
Sculpture of Amida Buddha stands at 13.2 inches (33.5 cm) in height with a base measuring 9.6 inches (24.5 cm). Weighing 3.65 kilograms, the piece is crafted from a copper body with 24K gold gilding and gold and acrylic paintings, showcasing exceptional artistry and reverence for traditional Buddhist craftsmanship.
Amitabha Buddha is depicted in Dhyana Mudra, with both hands in the lap, the right hand resting on the left, and the thumbs lightly touching. This symbolizes meditation and the attainment of enlightenment. Amitabha is seated on a lotus throne, symbolizing purity, spiritual awakening, and transcendence over the cycle of birth and death. He is wearing simple monastic robes, signifying detachment from worldly concerns and commitment to the spiritual path. These robes are typically red, orange, or gold. Amitabha's face is serene, and his gentle smile reflects his boundless compassion and wisdom. His eyes are often half-closed in meditation. He has a cranial protuberance (ushnisha) on the top of his head, symbolizing his supreme wisdom and attainment of enlightenment.
Size: 13.2”/33.5cm (Height) x 9.6”/24.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.65 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Amitabha, also known as Amida, is a celestial Buddha revered in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly in Pure Land Buddhism. He is known as the Buddha of Infinite Light and Infinite Life. Amitabha resides in the Western Pure Land of Sukhavati, a realm of bliss and enlightenment. He is known for his vow to save all beings who call upon his name with sincere faith, promising them rebirth in his Pure Land, where they can easily attain enlightenment. In practice, this involves chanting his name, a central practice in Pure Land Buddhism.