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Gelugpa Founder: Tsongkhapa Statue | Path of Wisdom
Je Tsongkhapa, the revered founder of the Gelugpa tradition, is embodied in this sacred statue that radiates profound wisdom and scholastic purity. Rising to a majestic height of 44 cm (17.3”) on a 34 cm (13.4”) base and weighing 10.78 kg, the sculpture is meticulously crafted from a solid copper body. Adorned with rich 24K gold gilding and delicate acrylic painting, it captures his serene gaze and gentle smile, evoking a sense of spiritual clarity, discipline, and inner peace, making it a powerful focal point for meditation, devotion, and sacred space.
Representing the profound synthesis of scholarly study and meditative realization, this icon depicts Je Tsongkhapa in the Dharmachakra Mudra, the sacred gesture of turning the wheel of Dharma, symbolizing the continuous transmission of enlightened teachings. His serene presence reflects the harmony of intellectual clarity and deep contemplative insight, essential to the path of liberation. Resting upon his shoulders are the sword of wisdom and the Prajnaparamita text, attributes of Manjushri, signifying the cutting of ignorance and the perfection of transcendent knowledge. As an emanation of Manjushri, Je Tsongkhapa embodies disciplined study, ethical conduct, and meditative mastery. This exquisite meditation statue serves as a powerful reminder of the integrated path of wisdom and practice, guiding practitioners toward ultimate liberation and the cultivation of profound intellectual and spiritual excellence.
Size: 17.3”/44cm (Height) x 13.4”/34cm (Base)
Weight: 10.78 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Je Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) was a famous teacher of Tibetan Buddhism whose activities led to the formation of the Gelug school. Renowned for his vast learning, ethical purity, and profound compassion, he harmonized the various teachings of his era into a cohesive, structured path. His writings, particularly the Lamrim Chenmo (Great Treatise on the Stages of the Path), remain foundational texts for practitioners seeking systematic spiritual realization.