The Sacred Triad: Sculpture Set of Guru Rinpoche, Trisong Detsen, and Santaraksita for Spiritual Legacy and Enlightenment
Introducing the Trisong Detsen & Santaraksita Sculpture Set to the Guru Rinpoche, a magnificent portrayal of the three historical individuals who were crucial in establishing Buddhism in Tibet. This group of sculptures, which weigh 8.04 kg and measure 12.5 inches on a foundation of 7.8 inches, embodies their shared spiritual heritage. The figures are painstakingly carved from copper bodies and embellished with 24K gold plating, complemented by intricate paintings in gold and acrylic, signifying the significant influence of their teachings and efforts on Tibetan Buddhism and spiritual practice.
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is central to this set, flanked by King Trisong Detsen, the Dharma King who invited Guru Rinpoche to Tibet, and Santaraksita, the great scholar and monk who helped establish Buddhism's philosophical foundations. Together, they represent the union of wisdom, power, and monastic discipline essential for the spread of Buddhism. The Triple layers of 24K gold gilding highlight their divine forms, casting a luminous aura that enriches any spiritual or contemplative space. The intricate gold, Deep engraved carving, and acrylic paintings bring depth to their expressions and the elaborate details of their robes, inviting meditation and reflection on the path to enlightenment.
Size: 12.5"/32cm (Height) x 7.8"/20cm (Base)
Weight: 8.04 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
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Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava): Revered as the 'Second Buddha' in Tibet, he played a crucial role in establishing Vajrayana Buddhism across the Himalayan region through his teachings and concealing terma treasures for future generations.
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King Trisong Detsen: The Tibetan king who, recognizing the value of Buddhist teachings for his people, invited Guru Rinpoche to Tibet to help spread the Dharma.
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Santaraksita: A pivotal Indian Buddhist master who, along with Guru Rinpoche, laid the philosophical and monastic groundwork for Buddhism's integration into Tibetan culture.