Traditional Buddhist Art of Guru Rinpoche | Precious Guru
The traditional Buddhist Art of the Guru Rinpoche statue of Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, stands 9.1 inches (23 cm) tall with a base width of 6.3 inches (16 cm), making it a striking presence for any sacred space or altar. Crafted from oxidized copper, the piece features gemstones that add a vibrant, holy energy to its intricate design. Weighing 1.36 kilograms, the statue offers a sense of grounded elegance, symbolizing the deep spiritual power and wisdom of the Lotus-Born Master.
Guru Rinpoche is seated on a Lotus Throne. The lotus symbolizes purity and spiritual awakening, referencing his miraculous birth from a lotus flower. Guru Rinpoche is typically depicted wearing a crown adorned with jewels and a distinctive lotus hat. The hat often has five petals, symbolizing the five Buddha families, and three points representing the three kayas (bodies of enlightenment). He holds a five-pronged vajra (dorje) in his Right hand, symbolizing mastery over wisdom and compassion, as well as the annihilation of harmful forces. In His Left hand, he holds a kapala (skull cup) filled with a long-life vase brimming with nectar, representing the transformative power of wisdom. Khatvanga, cradled in his left arm, represents his consort Mandarava and the integration of skillful means and wisdom.
Size: 9.1”/23cm (Height) x 6.3”/16cm (Base)
Weight: 1.36 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Gemstones
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism. His iconography reflects his enlightened qualities, spiritual attainments, and central role in the transmission of Vajrayana Buddhism. His name, Padmasambhava, means "Born from the Lotus," symbolizing his miraculous birth and spiritual purity. In his role as the teacher of Tibetan Buddhism, Guru Rinpoche is associated with the Nyingma tradition, which holds him as the founding figure. He is believed to have meditated in various sacred places throughout Tibet, and his teachings focused on both compassion and wisdom, leading beings toward enlightenment.
