{"product_id":"compassion-embodied-the-four-armed-chengresi-in-24k-gold","title":"Compassion Embodied | The Four-Armed Chengresi in 24K Gold","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA masterpiece of Nepalese sacred artistry, this luminous four-armed Chengresi statue is hand-crafted by master artisans in Nepal using the ancient lost-wax method. Radiating divine compassion from every gilded curve, it is both a devotional treasure and a timeless work of art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e33.5 cm \/ 13.19 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 23.5 cm \/ 9.25 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e3.58 kg \/ 7.89 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCopper body, 24K gold gilding, gold and acrylic hand-painting, inlaid turquoise, red coral, and lapis lazuli gemstones; crafted via the lost-wax method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Statue?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis statue commands attention. Its radiant 24K gold finish glows with warmth, while hand-inlaid turquoise, red coral, and lapis lazuli gemstones lend jewel-like brilliance. At 3.58 kg, it carries a satisfying, heirloom-quality weight. The meticulous lost-wax casting and hand-painted acrylic detailing make every piece unique — a devotional icon and collector's treasure in one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is Chengresi?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChengresi — known in Tibetan as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChenrezig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and in Sanskrit as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvalokiteśvara\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — is the Bodhisattva of infinite compassion. Revered across Tibetan Buddhism, Nepal, and beyond, he embodies the boundless wish to liberate all sentient beings from suffering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features: Eyes, Hands, and Sacred Posture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe serene, half-lidded eyes radiate loving awareness — gazing upon all beings without judgment. His primary two hands press together at the heart in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnjali Mudra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (the gesture of reverence), holding a wish-fulfilling jewel. The upper right hand carries a crystal mala, symbolizing continuous prayer; the upper left holds a lotus flower, representing purity untouched by worldly suffering. Seated in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVajraparyanka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (full lotus posture) upon a double-lotus throne, his upright form embodies meditative stability and unwavering compassion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred Symbolism and Meaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe four arms represent compassion extending equally in all directions — across all realms, all time. The lotus throne signifies enlightenment rising from the mud of samsara. The gemstones are not merely ornamental; turquoise represents healing, coral symbolizes life force, and lapis reflects wisdom's depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKaraṇḍavyūha Sūtra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e proclaims that Avalokiteśvara's compassion is so vast, the sun and moon are said to have emerged from his eyes. In the Tibetan tradition, he is called \"The Great Compassionate One\" — the patron deity of Tibet itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred Mantra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Om Mani Padme Hum” \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The jewel is in the lotus.\" \u003c\/em\u003eThis six-syllable mantra purifies the six realms of suffering and embodies Chengresi's entire teaching: that wisdom (the jewel) and compassion (the lotus) are inseparable, and that liberation lives within every sentient being.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vajra Icon","offers":[{"title":"33.5cm x 23.5cm","offer_id":48539399717081,"sku":"CG021","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9071\/8937\/files\/2026-03-26_JHA01_CG021_Chengresi_M_1.jpg?v=1776340135","url":"https:\/\/vajraicon.com\/products\/compassion-embodied-the-four-armed-chengresi-in-24k-gold","provider":"Vajra Icon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}