Hand Made Copper Alloy in Oxidation Finish 7.25" Medicine Buddha Statue

Medicine Buddha Statue

 Medicine Buddha – The Supreme Healer

Noble One, you should think of yourself as someone who is sick,

Of the Dharma as the remedy,

Of the Buddha as a skillful doctor,

And of your diligent practice as the way to recovery.

The Medicine Buddha, or Bhaisajyaguru, is the Buddha of Healing. Meditating on the Medicine Buddha is considered to be a powerful method for increasing healing powers, allowing practitioners to alleviate their own sufferings as well as those of others. Through his boundless compassion and generosity, Bhaisajyaguru helps sincere seekers overcome physical illness and infirmity. But even more importantly, the Buddha is the skillful doctor who heals the great disease afflicting all sentient beings. By providing the Dharma as a profound antidote to the poisons of attachment, hatred, and ignorance, he lifts the veil of delusion and points the way to freedom.

Gestures and Attributes

The Buddha is depicted with his right hand extended downward, palm open, with thumb and index finger touching. This posture is known as Varada Mudra, or the gesture of granting wishes. This mudra symbolizes Bhaisajyaguru's kindness, charity, and compassion toward all beings. In the same hand, he lightly grasps a sprig of the Myrobalan plant, an important healing herb in Ayurvedic medicine. It is believed that this plant has the power not only to heal the body, but also to free one from the inner sicknesses of attachment, hatred and ignorance. His left hand lies in his lap with palm upward in the gesture of meditation (Dhyana Mudra), representing the eradication of all sickness and suffering through the realization of absolute truth. In the same hand, he holds the traditional begging bowl of an ordained Buddhist monk. The bowl contains a sacred medicinal nectar that cures all ills, hindrances, and obstacles.

About this Sculpture

This statue is a captivating portrayal of Bhaisajyaguru, masterfully sculpted from copper alloy and treated with an oxidation process that imparts a rich, sensuous finish. The Buddha sits gracefully in meditation upon a lotus throne, embodying the calm majesty of one who has attained complete mastery. His head is slightly inclined, and a gentle smile radiates a secret inner joy, evoking feelings of encouragement and happiness in the observer.

The intricately carved robes of Bhaisajyaguru are a testament to the exceptional skill of the artisans, with delicate hand-carved details throughout. The back of the statue is especially remarkable, featuring exquisite carvings of beautiful flowers and winding vines, each detail meticulously rendered. The overall oxidation finish enhances the statue's warmth, inviting the viewer to pause and immerse themselves in its serene presence.

Individually handcrafted in Patan, Nepal, this sculpture is the work of master artisans from the Shakya clan, who are celebrated worldwide for their unparalleled expertise in metalworking. These craftsmen are the modern custodians of a centuries-old tradition of creating sacred art for temples and monasteries. The refined metalworking techniques, passed down through generations, are evident in every aspect of this statue, making it a true embodiment of the Shakya clan’s enduring legacy.