Hand Made Copper Alloy with 24 Karat Gold-Gilded and Hand-Painted Face 13" Medicine Buddha Statue

Medicine Buddha Statue

Medicine Buddha / Sangye Menla – 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 / Sangye Menla, 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 Medicine Buddha / Sangye Menla 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 exquisite Medicine Buddha Statue embodies healing, wisdom, and compassion. Made from copper alloy using the lost wax method, it showcases masterful craftsmanship. The statue is finely hand-carved, highlighting intricate details on the robes, lotus base, and ornaments.

The 24-karat gold-gilded finish enhances its divine presence, radiating purity and serenity. The hand-painted face brings the Medicine Buddha to life, reflecting his boundless compassion. In his left hand, he holds a bowl of medicinal nectar, symbolizing healing energy. His right hand presents the myrobalan plant, a powerful symbol of medicine.

Skilled artisans have meticulously applied gold gilding and hand-painting, preserving sacred artistic traditions. The statue’s gold finish shines beautifully, creating a peaceful ambiance in any sacred space. It is perfect for temples, meditation rooms, and personal altars, inspiring spiritual growth and inner peace.

With its intricate design and profound symbolism, this Medicine Buddha Statue serves as a timeless reminder of healing, compassion, and enlightenment, making it a cherished piece of Buddhist art.