Description
Shakyamuni Buddha Guide to Enlightenment Statue: A Path to Inner Peace
This Shakyamuni Buddha Guide to Enlightenment Statue stands at 6.5”/16.5cm in height and 4.5”/11.5cm at the base, weighing 0.83 kg. It is handcrafted from an oxidized copper body, featuring a deep, subdued finish that enhances the finely carved details throughout the figure. The sculpture presents a serene facial expression, rounded ushnisha, elongated earlobes, simply rendered monastic robes, and a carefully detailed lotus pedestal. The understated oxidized surface brings out the sculptural depth of the robes, facial features, hands, and lotus petals, creating a calm and contemplative appearance. Its compact form makes it suitable for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, devotional practice, or sacred collections.
This sacred depiction portrays Shakyamuni Buddha, the historical Buddha who attained enlightenment and taught the Dharma. He is seated in vajra posture upon a lotus pedestal, with his right hand lowered toward the ground in the bhumisparsha mudra, the earth-touching gesture representing the moment of his awakening beneath the Bodhi tree. His left hand rests in his lap while holding the alms bowl, symbolizing renunciation, simplicity, and disciplined spiritual practice. His peaceful expression reflects the clarity and inner stillness cultivated through meditation, while the ushnisha represents his awakened wisdom. The monastic robes emphasize his life of renunciation and teaching, and the lotus throne symbolizes purity and liberation from worldly attachment. Together, these elements represent the Buddha’s journey toward awakening and his guidance of beings along the path of wisdom and liberation.
Size: 6.5”/16.5cm (Height) x 4.5”/11.5cm (Base)
Weight: 0.83 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, was the historical Buddha who achieved full enlightenment in ancient India. He taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, principles designed to liberate beings from suffering. His teachings form the foundation of Buddhism, guiding millions towards wisdom and compassion.