Padma Sambhav, Guru Rinpoche

Padma Sambhav was a well-known and highly learned tantric saint from northern India. In the middle of the 8th century, the Tibetan king Trisong Detsen sent to India and invited the learned guru to come to Tibet. Padma Sambhava was known for his knowledge of tantra and its effective application. He stayed in Tibet for 50 years, establishing monasteries and teaching the tantric doctrine.

It is said that he subdued all the evil gods in Tibet and spared only those who converted to Buddhism and promised to be defenders (Dharmapala) of the teachings. Padma Sambhava, in turn, promised to accept them into the Mahayana pantheon. He claimed to have received the books from the Dakini from which he derived his miraculous power. At the end of 50 years, Padma Sambhava miraculously disappeared.

Padma Sambhav sits in a relaxed posture on a lotus, his right hand holding the Vajra and his left hand, resting on his left leg, holding the Patra (skull bowl) with a vase of immortality (Amrita). In the crook of his left arm he holds his symbol, the Khatvanga (tantric staff).

The statue is a beautiful piece of art and also a symbol of spirituality and mindfulness. Whether in a meditation room, a yoga studio, or simply as a decorative accent in your home or office, this statue will create a calming and serene atmosphere.

Bring a piece of Nepalese culture and spirituality home with this unique statue.

Padma Sambhava (Guru Rinpoche) statue

Body cast from copper using the traditional lost wax technique, decorated with filigree ornaments, silver-plated and gold-plated, set with colored gemstones. The face is set in gold.

• Height: 9.4" / 24 cm
• Width: 5.7" / 14.5 cm
• Depth: 3.7" / 9.5 cm
• Weight: 1,560 g