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Buddha Statue: Ultimate Symbol Of Divinity

Looking at a Buddha statue is like looking into the very face of divinity. The aura generated around each piece – figurine, statue or impression, is created to spread an awareness of the divinity within each one of us. Today, Buddha Statues inspire and adorn every kind of social setting, from the Feng Shui designed restaurant, to the curio shop to the modern home and office. The images are on tapestries, jewelry, linen and even upholstery. However, nothing compares to beholding the sight of a carefully crafted Buddha statue on a mantle piece or at the threshold of a room.

What makes the Buddha statue special?

A Buddha statue has the ability to completely transform a living space. It helps those in close contact to introspect and develop inner qualities. Around the world and across many Asian cultures, the statue is revered as one that brings happiness and good fortune. It is associated with inspiration and all the prerequisites of a good life. The very imagery associated with the Buddha is part of the central philosophy. All the statues now crafted and made available online as well as offline are designed to be tranquil, consistently evoking faith and serenity. At the same time, a touch of gold or ornamentation makes the same statue resplendent with a splendor tha3t is timeless in appeal.

When shopping for a Buddha statue, it is imperative to understand the symbolism behind it. The chosen statue should communicate peace and a sense of self-discipline. Going through the various postures and poses of the Buddha brings up different feelings and emotions. Among the many special Buddha statues are:

Buddharupa: Pictorial representation of the Enlightened One in bronze, wood, stone or brass.

Padmasana: Lotus position sculpture on a lotus pedestal.

Abhaymudra: Right hand held up, to expel fear and offer protection and peace.

Reclining Position: Disconnection with earthly matters.

Dhyana: Hands in his lap to symbolize repose.

Akshobhya: Touching the earth, calling on the earth goddess to witness triumph over senses.

Bhaishajya Guru: Medicinal power.

Manjushri: Teacher and keeper of wisdom.

The various statues of the Buddha also depict the eight auspicious symbols – the conch, fly whisk, lotus blossom, endless knot, parasol, water urn, twin fish and the wheel of dharma. Statues depicting the auspicious knot of hair on the Buddha’s head are also popular, for their symbolism with his spiritual wisdom. A Buddha statue is invested in by different people for different reasons. While for most it depicts an aesthetically appealing timeless piece of art, for some the statue is more than clay or metal or ceramic – it symbolizes peace of mind in situations that throw up conflicting emotions. It is an art to comprehend the significance of one.

A buddha statues can be now purchased from online auctions of collectibles. It is not impossible to get one from art forms of the past. The statues now making rave reviews the world over are those from Srivijaya Art (7th – 14th centuries), Khmer art (11th – 19th centuries), Sukhothai art (13th – 15th centuries) and Ayuthaya art (1350 – 1767).

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A buddha statue is an investment in a home or office accessory that adds a sense of serenity to the ambience. From curios and souvenirs to life-sized statues of the Enlightened One, you can now shop online for the art from cultures across the planet

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