Shakyamuni – The Lion of the Shakyas
Silver Plated Tomba Statue: Shakyamuni is the Buddha of our time. He is the glorious root teacher of all the diverse lineages that make up Buddhism as we know it. Born Siddhartha Gautama more than 2500 years ago, he was the crown prince of the Shakya kingdom located in the Himalayan foothills of what is now southern Nepal. He left luxurious palace life behind him, however, in pursuit of the truth of the origin of suffering and the cessation of fear. His astounding courage, determination, wisdom, and compassion led to his perfect enlightenment despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles. His teachings have transformed individuals and nations throughout the world and still speak to us today.
Gestures and Attributes
The Buddha is depicted with his right hand extended to the earth in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, the gesture of witness (like shown in this Silver Plated Tomba Statue). He is “calling the earth to witness” his supreme victory over the temptations and illusions of the material world as symbolized by the demon Mara. His left-hand lies in his lap with his palm upward in the gesture of meditation (Dhyana Mudra). In some representations, he also holds the begging bowl of an ordained Buddhist monk. The bowl contains three precious nectars indicating that he has conquered the three demons of uncontrolled death, contaminated aggregates, and delusion. Thus this posture is known as “Buddha Sakyamuni Conquering the Demons” and shows the moment of the Buddha’s full enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
About this Silver Plated Tomba Statue
This small statue is a beautiful portrayal of the Shakyamuni Buddha / Tomba. This Silver Plated Tomba Statue is made from copper alloy using lost wax method submitted to silver plated in oxidation finish.
