Description
The Shakyamuni Buddha Statue: Symbol of Power and Wisdom
Handcrafted from copper, covered with 24K gold gilding. This sculpture, adorned with gemstones, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted sitting in the lotus position (padmasana), indicating his steady concentration and mastery over the distractions of the material world. His right hand stretched toward the earth in bhumisparsha mudra, represents his moment of enlightenment, inviting the earth to witness his waking. The left hand, lying gently in his lap in dhyana mudra holding an alms bowl depicts the profound state of meditation and mindfulness that leads to insight and clarity.
Size: 13.4”/34cm (Height) x 9.3”/23.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.81kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gemstones, Gold and Acrylic Paintings
Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Shakyamuni Buddha, rediscovered the Middle Way and is regarded as the enlightened one who established Buddhism. His teachings on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path have helped numerous people comprehend the nature of suffering, its causes, and the way to liberation. Shakyamuni's life exemplifies the possibility for all beings to attain enlightenment via practice and moral behavior, from his renunciation to his enlightenment and teaching career.