{"product_id":"dipankara-buddha-statue-ancient-prophecy-cast-in-sacred-bronze","title":"Dipankara Buddha Statue | Ancient Prophecy Cast in Sacred Bronze","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exquisite handcrafted Dipankara Buddha statue embodies centuries of Nepalese artisan tradition, capturing the essence of the \"Lamp Bearer\" who prophesied the enlightenment of Shakyamuni Buddha. Standing gracefully within an ornately carved aureole, this oxidized copper masterpiece radiates timeless wisdom and spiritual grace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24 cm \/ 9.45 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 11 cm \/ 4.33 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.23 kg \/ 2.71 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oxidized copper body with intricate traditional carvings\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 museum-quality piece features exceptional oxidized finishing that creates depth and antiquity. The detailed aureole carvings, traditional Nepalese craftsmanship, and substantial weight ensure durability and authenticity, making it perfect for meditation spaces, altars, or collectors seeking genuine Buddhist artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho is Dipankara Buddha?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDipankara Buddha, meaning \"Light Maker\" or \"Lamp Bearer,\" is revered as one of the earliest Buddhas mentioned in Buddhist scriptures. He lived countless eons before Gautama Buddha and is celebrated for recognizing the future Buddha's potential during their encounter. According to tradition, Dipankara predicted that the ascetic Sumedha (who would become Shakyamuni Buddha) would attain enlightenment, marking a pivotal moment in Buddhist cosmology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtistic Excellence: Features and Posture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis statue showcases Dipankara in a standing posture (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSamabhanga\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), representing readiness to guide sentient beings toward enlightenment. His serene face features downcast eyes expressing meditative contemplation and inner peace. The right hand displays the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbhaya mudra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(gesture of fearlessness), offering protection and dispelling fear, while the left hand holds a sacred object, symbolizing wisdom transmission. The elaborately carved flaming aureole represents enlightened consciousness radiating outward, while his bare feet rest upon a lotus pedestal, signifying purity rising above worldly attachments.\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\u003eDipankara represents prophetic wisdom and the continuity of dharma across time. His presence reminds practitioners that enlightenment is attainable through dedication and that spiritual guidance transcends lifetimes. The lamp he symbolically bears illuminates the path from darkness to awakening.\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 name Dipankara combines \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003edīpa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" (lamp) and \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ekara\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" (maker). Buddhist texts describe him as the twenty-fourth of twenty-seven Buddhas preceding Gautama, embodying the eternal nature of enlightened wisdom.\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\u003cspan\u003e“\u003cem\u003eOm Pra Mani Dani Svaha\u003c\/em\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Homage to Dipankara Buddha, may blessings be bestowed.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vajra Icon","offers":[{"title":"24cm x 11cm","offer_id":47469235732697,"sku":"DKB001","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9071\/8937\/files\/2025-10-29_CHHA_DB001_DipankaraBuddha_1.jpg?v=1762257305","url":"https:\/\/vajraicon.com\/products\/dipankara-buddha-statue-ancient-prophecy-cast-in-sacred-bronze","provider":"Vajra Icon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}