Handcrafted Vajrasattva Statue Tibetan Dorje Sempa for Meditation and Altars
This exquisite Vajrasattva statue is a true masterpiece, meticulously hand-carved by skilled artisans in our studio using traditional Himalayan carving techniques passed down from generation to generation in Nepal. The Bodhisattva is depicted in his customary placid and tranquil demeanor, seated on a moon disc lotus seat and in the lotus position, exuding a sense of calm and serenity. In his right hand, he holds a vajra, a symbol of the impermanence and constancy of reality, while in his left hand, he holds a bell, representing emptiness and the sound of wisdom. The silver plating on the statue's copper body gives it a brilliant luster, catching the light and adding to its radiance.
The acrylic painting further enhances the beauty of the statue, highlighting the intricate design patterns and adding depth and dimension to the piece. It is a beautiful and meaningful addition to any sacred space or meditation practice.
Size: 5.5"/14cm (Height) x 3.9"/10cm (Base)
Weight: 0.544 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Silver plated
Vajrasatva is typically regarded as the second patriarch in the Shingon Buddhist lineage, the first being Vairocana Buddha. According to Kukai's writings in Record of the Dharma Transmission, Nagarjuna encountered Vajrasatva in an iron tower in southern India, based on Amoghavajra's testimony. As recounted in the Mahavairocana Sutra, Vajrasatva inducted Nagarjuna into the abhiseka ceremony and entrusted him with the esoteric teachings he had gained from Vairocana Buddha. Kukai doesn't go into detail on Vajrasatva or his beginnings.
