Himalayan Jigten Sumgon Statue | Drikung Kagyu Master

Handcrafted Jigten Sumgon Statue | Tibetan Lineage Master Altar Sculpture

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Size: 21cm(Height) x 13.5cm(Length) x 10cm(Width)
Weight: 1.31 kg
Materials: 24K Gold Plated, Acrylic Color, Copper Body
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About Our Product

A finely crafted Himalayan Jigten Sumgon Statue is presented as a sacred representation of the great Drikung Kagyu lineage master, formed from a copper body with 24K gold plated detailing and acrylic color accents. Measuring 21 cm in height, 13.5 cm in length, and 10 cm in width, and weighing 1.31 kg, it is designed for altar placement, meditation practice, and spiritual interior environments.

The figure is depicted in a calm seated posture on a lotus base, symbolizing stability, realization, and grounded awareness. The right hand rests in a gesture of teaching or blessing, while the left hand holds a ritual object representing spiritual discipline and wisdom transmission. The monastic hat, detailed robes, and serene facial expression reflect traditional Tibetan lineage iconography, where each element represents the transmission of enlightened teachings and the purity of the Kagyu tradition. Jigten Sumgön is historically regarded as the founder of the Drikung Kagyu school, known for his realization and teachings on Mahamudra.

In Buddhist tradition, this lineage master is revered for embodying wisdom, meditation discipline, and the transmission of profound realization teachings. This form is commonly placed in meditation rooms, monastery altars, and spiritual spaces to support devotion, study, and contemplation of the Dharma path. It serves as a reminder of disciplined practice, lineage blessing, and the path toward enlightenment.

Introduction of Jigten Sumgon

Jigten Sumgon (1143–1188), also known as Lord Jigten Gönpo, was a revered Tibetan Buddhist master and the founder of the Drikung Kagyu school within the Kagyu tradition. As a disciple of Phagmo Drupa Dorje Gyalpo, he became one of the most important figures in the Kagyu lineage, known for his deep realization, compassion, and ability to help others overcome obstacles. His teachings emphasize the importance of moral purity, meditation, and wisdom, guiding practitioners toward liberation. Jigten Sumgon’s legacy continues to inspire countless followers, particularly within the Drikung Kagyu tradition, where he is deeply revered as a source of inspiration and guidance on the path to enlightenment.