Our four armed 9″ Chenrezig statue (Lokeshvara) was handmade in Patan, Nepal by our Shakya craftsman with the jewelry and crown of a bodhisattva, fully gilded in 24K gold using the traditional fire gilding method. At the request of the buyer, we would be happy to adorn the crown and jewels of the statue with turquoise and red coral stones. The color turquoise is a special combination of blue and green, and the color red pays tribute to Amitabha Buddha. The service is complimentary and is completed with no extra charges.
Symbolism of our Nepali Lokeshvara Statue
Lokeshvara has vowed to forgo Buddhahood until the suffering of all beings is eliminated. As a result, Lokeshvara is known as the “Bodhisattva of Compassion” (also known as Avalokiteshvara and Padmapani) because of his infinite compassion for all sentient life. Additionally, devotees have come to directly associate Lokeshvara with the compassion of the Buddha himself.
In the upper right hand our Chenrezig statue clutches the 108 mala beads, because Chenrezig is shown constantly reciting his mantra on behalf of all beings — explore the meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum, syllable by syllable. In his upper left hand he holds the stem of the lotus flower, its blossom opening at his left shoulder. Lokeshvara is also known as “Padmapani,” a Sanskrit word meaning “lotus holder.” Indeed, the lotus flower is very important in Buddhism because it is a symbol for supreme awakening.
Our Lokeshvara statue has his two main hands pressed together in front of his chest. In between his hands is the mythical cintamani jewel, which will grant the wishes of faithful Chenrezig devotees. He sits in the full lotus pose on a lotus pedestal with carved petals and a beaded rim, carved ribbons rising at either side, and his face is hand painted in gold with a gentle, smiling expression.
This 9″ Lokeshvara pairs beautifully with our other forms of the Bodhisattva of Compassion — browse the complete Avalokiteshvara statue collection to compare sizes and finishes.
Authentic, Handmade in Nepal
Every statue and ritual item is handcrafted in Patan, Nepal, using traditional lost wax casting and comes with a certificate of authenticity issued by Nepal's Department of Archaeology, verifying its materials, technique, and origin.
