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Tibetan Deity Manjughoṣa Statue | Embodiment of Enlightened Wisdom
Handcrafted in Nepal, this sacred Manjughoṣa statue embodies the refined artistry and traditional craftsmanship of Himalayan Buddhist sculpture. Standing 33.5 cm (13.19 inches) tall with a 28.5 cm (11.2 inches) base and weighing 3.64 kg, it is expertly crafted from a copper body and adorned with 24K gold gilding, detailed acrylic painting, and gemstones. Manjughoṣa, a revered form of Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, represents enlightened knowledge, clarity, and profound understanding. This finely crafted sculpture reflects the skill of Nepalese artisans and serves as a meaningful centerpiece for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, temples, or sacred collections.
Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom, embodies enlightened intelligence, clarity, insight, and the profound understanding required to overcome ignorance and delusion. He is traditionally depicted seated upon a lotus throne, symbolizing purity, awakened awareness, and the blossoming of wisdom. His right hand holds the flaming sword of wisdom (Khadga), representing the sharp and penetrating power of enlightened knowledge that cuts through ignorance, confusion, and dualistic thinking. The flames surrounding the sword symbolize the transformative energy of wisdom that dispels the darkness of misunderstanding. His left hand holds the stem of a lotus supporting the Prajnaparamita Sutra, the sacred text of the Perfection of Wisdom, representing the realization of emptiness, ultimate truth, and the teachings that lead beings toward liberation. His youthful appearance reflects the freshness and purity of awakened awareness, while his serene expression, elegant ornaments, and graceful posture symbolize the harmony of wisdom and compassion. This sacred statue serves as a powerful meditation and devotional focus, inspiring practitioners to cultivate discernment, eloquence, knowledge, and the profound wisdom necessary on the path toward enlightenment.
Size: 13.19”/33.5cm (Height) x 11.2”/28.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.64 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Gemstones, Copper Body
Manjushri (Mañjughoṣa), whose name means "Gentle Glory" or "Sweet Voiced," is one of the most significant Bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism, embodying transcendent wisdom (prajna). He is often depicted holding a sword of wisdom in his right hand, symbolizing the cutting away of ignorance and delusion, and a lotus flower supporting the Prajnaparamita Sutra (Perfection of Wisdom Sutra) in his left hand, representing the source of ultimate truth.