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Vairocana Statue | Illuminator of Emptiness and Wisdom
Handcrafted in Nepal, this sacred Vairocana statue embodies the essence of emptiness, ultimate wisdom, and enlightened presence. Standing 24.5cm (9.6 inches) tall with a 15.5cm (6.1 inches) base and weighing 1.72kg, it is expertly formed from a solid oxidized copper body. The poised posture and serene expression reflect the Buddha of Dharmakaya’s ability to reveal the interdependent nature of all phenomena, making this finely crafted statue a meaningful focal point for altars, meditation spaces, or sacred collections, inspiring contemplation, insight, and profound spiritual awareness.
Vairocana, regarded as the primordial or Dharmakaya Buddha, embodies the essence of universal truth, wisdom, and the all-pervading nature of enlightenment. Often depicted seated on a lotus throne in serene meditation, Vairocana represents the source from which all Buddhas and enlightened activity arise. His hands are typically positioned in the Dharmachakra Mudra—the gesture of turning the wheel of Dharma—symbolizing the teaching and propagation of ultimate reality and the perfection of wisdom. Sometimes shown with three faces, Vairocana signifies the integration of the three times: past, present, and future, and the unification of body, speech, and mind in enlightened awareness. Adorned with minimal yet refined robes and subtle ornaments, his calm and radiant expression conveys profound clarity, boundless compassion, and the timeless, formless nature of ultimate truth. This sacred icon serves as a meditation focus, inspiring practitioners to realize non-dual awareness, cultivate wisdom, and perceive the interconnectedness of all phenomena.
Size: 9.6”/24.5cm (Height) x 6.1”/15.5cm (Base)
Weight: 1.72 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body
Vairocana is one of the five Dhyani Buddhas, embodying omnipresent Buddha-nature and the wisdom of the Dharmadhatu, the sphere of all phenomena. Often depicted at the center of mandalas, Vairocana represents the ultimate reality from which all other Buddhas emanate. His teachings guide practitioners in transforming ignorance into supreme wisdom and insight, cultivating a profound understanding of interdependence, emptiness, and the true nature of all phenomena.