{"product_id":"vajrayana-tibetan-kadampa-stupa","title":"Vajrayana Tibetan Kadampa Stupa | Symbol of Enlightenment","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Kadampa Stupa | Tibetan Buddhist Altar Sculpture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e------------------------------------------------\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 32.5cm(Height) x 18.5cm(Length) x 18.5cm(Width)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 2.87 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials: Copper Body, Gold Plated \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e------------------------------------------------\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Our Product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Vajrayana Tibetan Kadampa Stupa is a traditional Buddhist altar sculpture measuring 32.5cm in height, 18.5cm in length, and 18.5cm in width, with a weight of 2.87 kg. Crafted from a copper body with gold plating, this sacred stupa features an elaborately decorated base, tiered architectural sections, a central shrine-like structure, and a richly ornamented upper canopy. The detailed metalwork and golden surface reflect the artistry of Himalayan Buddhist sculpture, creating a meaningful piece for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, and sacred collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kadampa Stupa reflects traditional Buddhist architectural elements with finely worked decorative details. The broad base features layered sections with raised ornamental patterns, while the central rounded body is enhanced with delicate rope like borders and floral accents. The arched shrine opening is framed by an elaborate decorative panel featuring scrolling foliage, carved motifs, and a prominent mythical face at the upper center. Additional ornamental figures and curling motifs surround the shrine opening, adding depth to the composition. The upper structure rises through a stepped section into a conical roof and richly decorated canopy, while the finely detailed finial completes the sacred form. These intricate carvings and ornamental designs reflect the careful metal craftsmanship found in traditional Tibetan Buddhist sacred art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tibetan Buddhist traditions, the stupa represents the enlightened mind, the Buddha's teachings, and the path toward spiritual awakening. The Kadampa Stupa is especially meaningful as a sacred representation connected with the Kadampa Buddhist tradition and can serve as a focal point for prayer, meditation, contemplation, and devotional practice. Placed on a Buddhist altar, shrine, or meditation space, this handcrafted stupa creates an atmosphere of peace and mindfulness while symbolizing the journey from ordinary experience toward enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction of Kadampa Stupa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, before Buddhism, great teachers were buried in mounds. While some were cremated, others were sometimes interred in a seated, meditative position, covered by a mound of earth. Consequently, the domed shape of the stupa came to represent a person seated in meditation, much like the Buddha when he attained Enlightenment and understood the Four Noble Truths. The base of the stupa represents his crossed legs in a meditative pose, the middle portion signifies the Buddha’s body, and the top of the mound, where a pole rises from the apex surrounded by a small fence, represents his head. Prior to the creation of human Buddha images, reliefs often depicted practitioners demonstrating devotion to a stupa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView More from Our\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/evamratna.com\/collections\/stupa-collection\" title=\"Stupa Collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStupa Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TN","offers":[{"title":"32.5cm x 18.5cm","offer_id":48924888105214,"sku":"28151TNKadampaStupa","price":2844.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7214\/2590\/files\/download_66e22935-4467-4a2f-85cf-b7005e33047c.jpg?v=1788963089","url":"https:\/\/evamratna.com\/products\/vajrayana-tibetan-kadampa-stupa","provider":"Evamratna","version":"1.0","type":"link"}