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In
its strictest sense, Buddha (in Sanskrit: literally
"Awakened One") is a title used in Buddhism for anyone who has found
enlightenment (bodhi). In English, the
word Buddha is also commonly used for Siddhartha Gautama
(the historical founder of Buddhism) or Hotei (the rotund laughing
Buddha often seen as a statuette). Gautama Buddha was a prince that was
intensely curious about the nature of life, death, and
suffering. He sat under a large Bodhi tree, and vowed he
would never leave the seat until he found "truth" - enlightenment.
Generally,
Buddhists do not consider Siddhartha Gautama - who lived in India from
about 623 BCE to 543 BCE, and attained bodhi around
588 BCE - to have been the first or last Buddha. From the
standpoint of classical Buddhist doctrine, a Buddha
is anyone who rediscovers the Dharma and achieves enlightenment, having
amassed sufficient positive karma to do so. There have
existed many
such beings throughout time. Hence, Gautama Buddha (known by
the
religious name
Shakyamuni) is one member of a spiritual lineage of Supreme
Buddhas going back to the distant past and forward into the far-flung
future. His immediate predecessor was Kassapa Buddha, and his
successor will be named Maitreya.
The
historical Buddha presented himself not as a god or savior, but as a
teacher capable of guiding sentient beings out of samsara - the cycle
of rebirth. Nevertheless, many forms of Buddhism do recognize
savior-type figures. The technical differences between
Buddhas, bodhisattvas, dharmapalas - protector deities, yidams -
enlightened beings with whom one identifies during meditation, and
"gods" (Sanskrit deva, Tibetan lha)
often blur in practical devotion.
The
awakened bliss of Nirvana, according to Buddhism, is available to all
beings - although orthodoxy holds that one must first be born as a
human being. Emphasizing this universal availability,
Buddhism refers to many Buddhas and also to many bodhisattvas
- beings committed to Enlightenment, who vow to
- postpone
their own Nirvana in order to assist others on the path, or
- secure
Awakening/Nirvana for themselves first and thereafter continue to
liberate all other beings from suffering for all time.
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Buddha Statues
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Mini Bronze Buddha Statue - made in
Nepal. Approximately 1½ inch tall - Perfect for your alter,
car, purse, or pocket for travel!
$8
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Laughing Buddha - also known as Hotei
- he brings gifts of good fortune. Rub his belly for luck,
wealth and wisdom. Crafted in India this brass figure is
approximately 2 inches tall.
$49.99
SALE $33.29
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This
traditional
Buddha pose is made from clay. Its simple style exemplifies
the simplicity and calm meditative relaxation of the Buddhist
philosophy. Crafted in China this statue measures
approximately 5¼ inches wide and 6¾ inches tall.
$
24
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Laughing
Buddha -
also known as Hotei - he brings gifts of good fortune. Rub
his belly for luck, wealth and wisdom. Crafted in China this
hand-painted resin statue is approximately 5¾ inches tall.
$
15
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Laughing
Buddha -
also known as Hotei - he brings gifts of good fortune. Rub
his belly for luck, wealth and wisdom. Fair-trade crafted in
Thailand this hand-detailed high-density resin statue is nearly 6
inches tall and 6 inches wide.
$79.99
SALE $49.59
SOLD OUT
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Laughing
Buddha -
also known as Hotei - he brings gifts of good fortune. Rub
his belly for luck, wealth and wisdom. Crafted in China this
hand-painted resin statue is approximately 5¾ inches tall.
$
15
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Buddha
Statue -
This finely hand-detailed Fair-trade Buddha statue is made of
high-density cast resin in Nepal and measures approximately 4½ inches
tall and 3 inches wide.
$29.99
SALE $21.69
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Buddha
in Dhunana
Pose - this pose is a basic meditation position signifying the Gesture
of Absolute Balance. The Dhunana Pose was assumed by the
Buddha as he meditated under the fig (Bohdi) tree. This
finely hand-detailed Fair-trade Buddha statue is made of high-density
cast resin in Thailand and measures approximately 6½" in height by 4"
in width.
$
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Large
Bronze
Buddha Statue from Thailand. Buddha in Dhunana Pose - this
pose is a basic meditation position signifying the Gesture of Absolute
Balance. The Dhunana Pose was assumed by the Buddha as he
meditated under the fig (Bohdi) tree. This great center piece
stands 18.5 inches tall, 13.25 inches wide, and 8.5 inches deep,
weighing 24.12 pounds.
$679
SALE $
499
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Green Tara - a female
Buddha and "meditational" deity deity, is arguable the most popular
goddess in the Buddhist pantheon. She is considered to be the
goddess of universal compassion. Green Tara is Tara's most
dynamic manifestation. Her color represents youthful
vigor. Made of sterling silver, this Green Tara pendant was
Fair Trade crafted in Nepal and is approximately 1 inch in length.
$30
SALE $23.89
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Saraswati - a popular
figure in both Hinduism and Buddhism. Saraswati is known as a
guardian deity who upholds Buddhist teachings by offering protection
and assistance to practitioners. the vina, or lute,
is a musical instrument that represents her perfection of all arts and
sciences. Saraswati is also associated with the love for and
rhythm of music, which represents all emotions expressed in speech or
music. Made of sterling silver, this Saraswati pendant was Fair Trade
crafted in Nepal and is approximately 1¼
inch in length.
$35
SALE $24.79
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Jade Laughing
Buddha Necklace - Jade is a semi-precious stone said to bring luck,
longevity, and good fortune. The Laughing Buddha also known
as Hotei - he brings gifts of good fortune. Rub his belly for
luck, wealth and wisdom. Here, the carefully crafted natural
jade Buddha from China is suspended on a nickel-free .925 sterling
silver chain made in Thailand.
$84
SALE $59.39
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Manjushree (or Manjushri) -
"God of Divine Wisdom" He represents mastery of the Dharma, relative
memory, mental perfection, and eloquence. Manjushree is also of of the
forms of Bodhisattvas who symbolizes wisdom. He carries the sword of
wisdom and light in his right hand and the Prajnaparmita
manuscript, "the book of divine wisdom", in his left. He is
seated on the lotus blossom. Made of sterling silver, this Manjushree
pendant was Fair Trade crafted in Nepal and is approximately 1 inch in
length.
$30
SALE $23.89
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Dorje Mandala - The vajra,
or dorje, is believed to represent firmness of spirit and spiritual
power. It is a ritual tool or spiritual implement, which is
symbolically used by Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. In
various spiritual traditions, mandalas are employed for focusing
attention of aspirants and adepts, as a spiritual teaching tools, for
establishing a sacred space, and as an aid to meditation and trance
induction. Made of sterling silver, this Dorje Mandala
pendant is uniquely patterned on each side and was Fair Trade crafted
in Nepal and is approximately 1 inch in length.
$60
SALE $48.29
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Kuan
Yin Statues
Kuan Yin (Sometimes spelled Quan or
Kwan), originally known as Avalokiteswara ('the Lord who regards'), is
a highly revered manifestation of the Buddha who appears in Chinese
scriptures around 400A.D. Kuan Yin means 'one who hears the
cries of the world' and personifies the compassion of the Buddha for
the needy.
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Nickel-Plated Bronze Kuan Yin - - made
in Nepal. Approximately 2¼ inches tall - Perfect for your
alter, car, purse, or pocket for travel!
$30
SALE
$19.99
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Nickel-Plated Bronze Kuan Yin - - made
in Nepal. Approximately 3 inches tall.
$49.99
SALE
$33.29
SOLD OUT
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Large Bronze Kuan Yin Statue
from Thailand. This great piece could easily be any
centerpiece. It stands 18 inches tall, 14 inches wide, and 12
inches deep. The statue weighs over 30 pounds.
$679
SALE $ 499
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Nickel-Plated Bronze Kuan Yin - - made
in Nepal. Approximately 3½ inches tall.
$49.99
SALE
$33.29
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Kuan Yin Statue - This finely
hand-detailed Fair-trade Buddha statue is made of high-density cast
resin in Nepal and measures approximately 5¼ inches tall and 2 inches
wide.
$29.99
SALE
$21.69
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