Shakyamuni, Bhumisparsha “Earth Touching” Buddha Statue Measurements:13 in x 8 in; 8 lbs According to the Tibetan tradition

According to the Tibetan tradition

Commonly reffered to as "the KING of the beasts

skullcups are used to represent the transformation of delusion into wisdom

while his left hand cradles a jewel

It can be read as symbolizing each of the different realms of human existence

Shakyamuni, Bhumisparsha “Earth Touching” Buddha Statue Measurements:13 in x 8 in; 8 lbs According to the Tibetan traditionHandcrafted Antique finish Shakyamuni Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra. One of the most common and popular mudras(gesture or mark) which are found depicted in Buddha statues is the Bhumisparsha mudra, translated as the earth touching gesture. Buddha statues with this mudra are commonly known as the "earth witness". In Buddha statues with the Bhumisparsha mudra, the Buddha, more specifically, the historical Shakyamuni Buddha is seen seated with his right