{"product_id":"votive-panel-antique-khmer-style-bronze-meditation-buddha-votive-panel-20cm-9","title":"Votive Panel - Antique Thai Style Clay Meditation Buddha Votive Panel - 15.5cm\/6\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVotive Panel - Antique Thai Style Clay Meditation Buddha Votive Panel - 15.5cm\/6\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 15.5cm\/6\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful antique Thai style clay\/ceramic votive panel, displaying Meditation Buddha statues in 13th century style. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVotive panels in Buddhism hold deep spiritual and cultural significance, serving as expressions of devotion, gratitude, and the aspiration for enlightenment. These panels, often found in temples, monasteries, caves, and shrines, are created as offerings by devotees or patrons and feature intricate depictions of the Buddha, bodhisattvas, or scenes from Buddhist teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey play an essential role in Buddhist ritual practice and art, embodying the intersection of devotion and artistic expression while reflecting key aspects of Buddhist beliefs about merit-making, karma, and spiritual progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe delicate, clay Votive panel provides \u003cspan\u003ea repeating depiction of the seated Shakyamuni Buddha. There are multiple emanations of the Thai style Buddha in the Dhyana mudra or 'Meditation Position'. This hand gesture promotes the energy of meditation, deep contemplation and unity with higher energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVotive panels or plaques, such as this, were produced as holy souvenirs for pilgrims as mementos or to be deposited by devotees at sacred shrines or caves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the primary purposes of votive panels in Buddhism is \u003cstrong\u003emerit-making\u003c\/strong\u003e, the practice of performing good deeds to accumulate \u003cstrong\u003epositive karma\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is believed to lead to better rebirths and eventual liberation from the cycle of samsara (the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth). In Buddhist thought, acts of devotion, including the creation and offering of votive panels, are seen as ways to purify the mind, cultivate virtue, and generate spiritual merit.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThai style plaques have been found in temples across Southeast Asia, either made in the Thai style or brought there by pilgrims as offerings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Buddhas that form the background of the Panel have comprehended the totality of existence. By extension, each small-Buddha image represents the entirety of the Buddha's message. Such objects are ideal for miniaturization and transport.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVotive panels in Buddhism are more than just artistic representations of religious figures or symbols—they are tangible expressions of faith, devotion, and the desire for spiritual progress. By creating and offering votive panels, devotees participate in the practice of merit-making, seek protection and blessings, and commemorate significant moments in their spiritual journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout history, votive panels have served as bridges between the physical and spiritual worlds, embodying the Buddhist ideals of compassion, wisdom, and enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether found in ancient cave temples, modern shrines, or personal altars, votive panels continue to play a vital role in the devotional life of Buddhists, offering a timeless reminder of the power of faith, art, and spiritual aspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57729728905603,"sku":"SCST655","price":347.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCST655-1.jpg?v=1775392667","url":"https:\/\/fr.hdasianart.com\/en\/products\/votive-panel-antique-khmer-style-bronze-meditation-buddha-votive-panel-20cm-9","provider":"HD Asian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}