Traditionally Hand-Carved Vajrasattva, Dorje Sempa Mantra Practice Sculpture
This statue of Vajrasattva, Dorje Sempa Mantra practice statue, is comprised of copper that is gilded in pure gold and highlighted with acrylic paint. The Bodhisattva can be seen seated atop a moon disc lotus seat with a compassionate appearance. He is depicted holding a vajra and a bell in his left and right hand, respectively, which represents the union of method and wisdom. The head piece is beautifully decorated with precious gems like turquoise.
This statue is perfect in various auspicious Buddhist rituals, at regular meditation or yoga sessions, or even during various interior activities. The intricate details and gold gilding on this statue will catch the eye and imbue any space with a sense of calm and serenity.
Size: 8.6"/22cm (Height) x 6.6"/17cm (Base)
Weight: 1.40 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Acrylic Paintings
Vajrasattva is typically regarded as the second patriarch in the Shingon Buddhist lineage, the first being Vairocana Buddha. According to Kukai's writings in Record of the Dharma Transmission, Nagarjuna encountered Vajrasatva in an iron tower in southern India, based on Amoghavajra's testimony. As recounted in the Mahavairocana Sutra, Vajrasatva inducted Nagarjuna into the abhiseka ceremony and entrusted him with the esoteric teachings he had gained from Vairocana Buddha. Kukai doesn't go into detail on Vajrasatva or his beginnings.
