Japanese Buddha - Antique Japanese Style Meditation Amitabha Buddha Statue - 25cm/10"

Japanese Buddha - Antique Japanese Style Meditation Amitabha Buddha Statue - 25cm/10"

Measures – (Height) 25cm/10”

A unique and beautiful antique Japanese style meditation Amida Buddha in Eco period style. The Amida Buddha is surrounded by four standing acolytes and seven seated Buddha above the head of Amida. 

The Amida Buddha is revered as the embodiment of boundless wisdom and infinite light and holds a central place in Japanese Buddhism.  Serving as a beacon of hope and liberation for countless devotees.

The central figure of Amida stands atop a lotus dais supported on a square carved base. His serene expression and compassionate gaze convey a sense of tranquility and benevolence. 

The lotus flower represents the attaining of enlightenment and the ultimate fulfilment that follows. This symbol is heavily used in Eastern religions, which is why it can appear as both a held item or a seat. Some say that as the lotus flower grows in dirty water but becomes something beautiful, it demonstrates how we must forget our attachments to the material world around us and focus on our inner spirituality in order to seek happiness.

The Meditation Buddha, also known as Dhyana Mudra or Samadhi Mudra, is an iconic representation of the Buddha in a contemplative and meditative posture. This image holds deep significance within Buddhist tradition, conveying essential teachings and embodying the virtues of inner peace, mindfulness, and spiritual reflection.

As is traditional, the Meditation Buddha is depicted here in a seated posture, with both  hands placed in the Dhyana Mudra, where the right hand rests on top of the left hand, with the thumbs gently touching, forming a subtle triangle or circle. The Buddha's back is straight, and the gaze is lowered, signifying deep concentration and inner reflection.

The Amitabha Buddha symbolizes mercy and wisdom. Tantric meditation on Amitabha is an antidote to desire. He reigns over Sukhavati (the Western paradise) which is also called the Pure Land. Those reborn in the Pure Land experience the joy of hearing Amitabha teach the dharma until they are ready to enter Nirvana.

The Amitabha Buddha is seated in the Dhyana mudrā or 'Meditation Position'. The hands in Dhyana Mudra, the hand gesture that promotes the energy of meditation, deep contemplation and unity with higher energy.

The acolytes surrounding Amida are also stood upon lotus bases. The lotus flower represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all. 

The Buddha has a peaceful countenance with downcast introspective eyes and a firm brow. His earlobes are stretched long from a youth spent as a prince wearing heavy gold earrings.

A lotus flower aureole or halo sits behind the head of each Buddha. This circle of light symbolizing his divinity, boundless wisdom and enlightenment. The lotus flower, a symbol of purity and spiritual awakening.

The reverse of the panel displays Japanese characters. 

The Japanese Amida Buddha stands as a timeless symbol of compassion, wisdom, and boundless light, illuminating the hearts and minds of devotees with the promise of liberation and enlightenment. Through the practice of devotion and recitation of Amida's name, countless practitioners find solace, inspiration, and spiritual transformation on the path to awakening.

As we contemplate the profound significance of the Amida Buddha, may we be inspired to cultivate compassion, wisdom, and mindfulness in our own lives, and may the light of Amida's boundless compassion illuminate our journey towards liberation and awakening.

A delightful and unusual Buddha with wonderful aureate patina. 

The sculpture provides the perfect Buddha to bring serenity and timeless style to your home, office or sacred space.