Amitabha Buddha Figurine : Himalayan Handmade Artwork

Copper Amitabha Buddha Figurine: Himalayan Handmade Artwork

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Size: 8.3”/21cm (Height) × 6.3”/16cm (Width)
Weight: 1.43kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body
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About Our Statue : 
This Golden Amitabha Buddha Statue, a Himalayan handmade artwork, stands at 8.3”/21cm in height and 6.3”/16cm at the base, weighing 1.43kg. Crafted from an oxidized copper body. The smooth expression and the inviting oxidized finish convey a sense of peace and divine presence.

In this depiction, Amitabha Buddha is seated in padmāsana (lotus posture) upon a lotus base, with hands in dhyāna mudrā holding an alms bowl, symbolizing meditation and spiritual abundance. His serene face radiates tranquility, while the ushnīṣa atop his head represents his enlightened wisdom. The statue features beautiful carvings of flowers across its robes, adding intricate artistic detail and highlighting the mastery of the Himalayan artisans.

Amitabha Buddha, meaning “Infinite Light”, is a principal figure in Mahāyāna Buddhism and the central Buddha of the Western Pure Land, known as Sukhāvatī. He embodies boundless compassion and wisdom, dedicating himself to guiding all sentient beings toward liberation from the cycle of suffering and rebirth. Devotees believe that sincere practice and devotion to Amitabha, often through the recitation of his mantra or visualization, can lead to rebirth in his Pure Land —a realm of perfect peace and spiritual progress. Amitabha is typically depicted with a serene expression, seated in meditation with hands in the dhyāna mudrā, sometimes holding an alms bowl, which symbolizes his endless generosity and meditative focus.

Introduction To Amitabha Buddha :

In the Pure Land sects of Mahayana Buddhism, Amitabha is sometimes referred to as Amitayus, the great savior Buddha. Amitabha is worshipped as one of the five "self-born" Buddhas (Dhyani Buddhas) who have been forever; however, he was never as well-known as a savior figure in Tibet and Nepal as he was in East Asia. Amitabha bestows longevity, earning him the name Amitayus, or "Infinite Life." In China and Japan, the two names are frequently used interchangeably; however, in Tibet, the two are never confused, and Amitayus is worshipped in a specific rite to achieve long life.

How do you take care of your statues?

• Place them at room temperature, avoiding direct sunlight.
• Make sure that the area where your statue is placed is entirely free of moisture and dust.
• Place it at the highest place on your altar after being consecrated by a Lama/monks. The best practice is to keep them covered inside a glass cabinet.
• Do not use your bare hands or any objects with a rough surface to wipe the face.
• Directly touching objects with the bare hand can smudge the face, leaving scratches.