Divine Compassion in Gold | Nepalese Handcrafted 24K Gilded Cundi Bodhisattva – Guardian of Protection and Wisdom

Specifications

• Height: 41cm / 16.14 inches

• Width: 42cm / 16.54 inches

• Weight: 6.88 Kg / 15.17 lbs

• Materials: 24k gold gilded, copper body, gold and acrylic paintings

Why This Statue?

This extraordinary piece showcases exceptional Nepalese artistry with breathtaking 24K gold gilding and intricate hand-carved details across eighteen arms. The substantial copper construction ensures lasting durability, while the impressive dimensions create a commanding presence. Traditional painting techniques highlight every sacred implement, making this an investment-worthy centerpiece for serious practitioners and collectors.

Who is Cundi?

Cundi, also known as Cundī or Zhunti, is the revered Mother of Seventy Million Buddhas and a powerful manifestation of compassion in Mahayana Buddhism. As a beloved bodhisattva throughout Nepal, Tibet, China, and Japan, she embodies swift protection, spiritual purification, and the fulfillment of wishes, guiding devotees through life's obstacles with maternal grace.

Divine Features and Posture

This magnificent statue portrays Cundi with eighteen arms radiating from her serene form—each hand holding sacred implements including the wish-fulfilling jewel, lotus, vajra, sword, and prayer beads. Her primary hands rest in dharmachakra mudra at her heart center, symbolizing the turning of the dharma wheel. Seated in vajrasana upon a double lotus throne, she displays perfect meditative composure. Her compassionate eyes gaze downward with protective awareness, while the elaborate flame-mandorla backdrop represents transformative wisdom burning away ignorance. The sun disc crown ornament signifies her enlightened consciousness, illuminating all realms.

Sacred Symbolism and Meaning

Each of Cundi's multiple arms represents her unlimited capacity to assist beings simultaneously. The intricate halo symbolizes her radiant spiritual energy, while the lotus throne denotes purity rising from worldly existence. This powerful icon serves as a focal point for protection rituals and meditation practices seeking spiritual advancement.

Sanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom

In Sanskrit, she is called "Cundī Bhagavatī" meaning "Illustrious Cundi." Buddhist texts teach that invoking Cundi eliminates karmic obstacles and grants both worldly success and ultimate liberation.

Sacred Mantra

“Om Cale Cule Cundi Soha”