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Gupta Buddha in Dharma Chakra Mudra 17"
Statue Description
Height: 17 inches
Base: 9 x 6 inches
Weight: 38 pounds
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the Gupta Buddha
This stone carving is a one of a kind sculpture, hand carved by the artists of south India.
Special Features:
This fabulous replica of a Gupta period Buddha is seated with his hands in
the dharma chakra mudra. Two apsaras fly over head, carved to the awesome godly
halo, or aureole, that surrounds the Buddha's head with its swirling
tendrils. The incredible aureole measures an 17 inches across! To the Buddhas
left and right are two mythical beasts, the Yali (top) and the Narsi
(bottom) carved into the sculpture in bas relief. The base of the piece has 6
devotees with hands clasp in worship of Lord Buddha. Between them is the wheel
of dharma all carved in bas relief.
The dull gray color of the stone is unique. The stone is also extremely smooth
to the touch. A piece of this size in durkey stone is a rarity because the raw
stone typically does not come in large sizes.
About the Dharmachakra Mudra; Teaching Preaching, Turning the Wheel of Dharma
Dharmachakra in Sanskrit means the 'Wheel of Dharma'. This mudra symbolizes one of the most important moments in the life of Buddha, the occasion when he preached to his companions the first sermon after his Enlightenment in the Deer Park at Sarnath. It thus denotes the setting into motion of the Wheel of the teaching of the Dharma.
In this mudra the thumb and index finger of both hands touch at their tips to form a circle. This circle represents the Wheel of Dharma, or in metaphysical terms, the union of method and wisdom. The three remaining fingers of the two hands remain extended. The three extended fingers of the right hand represent the three vehicles of the Buddha's teachings, namely:
- The middle finger represents the 'hearers' of the teachings
- The ring finger represents the 'solitary realizers'
- The Little finger represents the Mahayana or 'Great Vehicle'.
The three extended fingers of the left hand symbolize the Three Jewels of Buddhism, namely, the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha. Significantly, in this mudra, the hands are held in front of the heart, symbolizing that these teachings are straight from the Buddha's heart.
The gesture of discussion and debate indicates communication and an explanation of the Dharma. The tips of the thumb and index finger touch, forming a circle. All other fingers are extended upwards. Sometimes the middle finger and thumb touch, which is gesture of great compassion. If the thumb and ring finger touch, they express the mudra of good fortune.
Shipping is
automatically calculated by UPS for shipping within the US and Canada. Each
piece is usually shipped within 24 hours of the order with the exception
of the weekend. If you are in Canada please select "UPS Standard to Canada"
for the shipping option. If you are an international customer please select
"TNT International Shipping" during checkout. The shipping will come out as $0
and will be added to your order. Please call 203-629-0902 or email us
info@lotussculpture.com for a shipping
quote.
Please email or call us, toll free, with any questions or comments
1 (866) LOTUS-12,
info@lotussculpture.com.
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