Exquisite 24K Gold Gilded Milarepa Statue | Tibet's Greatest Yogi and Poet Saint

This captivating Milarepa statue portrays Tibet's beloved yogi in his iconic listening pose, hand cupped to his ear as he receives celestial teachings. Handcrafted by master Nepalese artisans, this golden masterpiece captures the essence of devotion, perseverance, and enlightenment achieved through dedicated practice.

Specifications

• Height: 18 cm / 7.09 inches

• Width: 13.3 cm / 5.24 inches

• Weight: 1.08 kg / 2.38 lbs

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

Why This Statue?

This Milarepa statue exemplifies refined Himalayan artistry with its luminous 24k gold gilding that beautifully illuminates the yogi's serene expression and graceful posture. The solid copper body provides authentic weight and durability, while the meticulous gold and acrylic detailing brings depth to his simple robes and facial features. The striking contrast between his golden skin and dark hair creates visual interest. His distinctive listening gesture and gentle smile are captured with remarkable precision, making this piece instantly recognizable and deeply meaningful. The flowing robes and compact size make it perfect for meditation altars and personal shrines.

Who is Milarepa?

Milarepa (1052-1135) stands as Tibet's most beloved yogi and poet, renowned for achieving complete enlightenment in a single lifetime through intense dedication and meditation. After committing terrible deeds in his youth, he transformed through rigorous spiritual practice under his teacher Marpa, becoming a symbol of redemption and the triumph of perseverance.

Iconographic Features and Sacred Posture

Milarepa sits in royal ease posture, with his right leg extended and left leg folded, demonstrating relaxed confidence in his realization. His right hand cups his ear in the distinctive listening gesture, symbolizing his reception of dharma teachings and his famous spontaneous songs of realization. The left hand rests on his ankle in a gesture of ease. His joyful expression, with eyes gazing upward and slight smile, radiates the bliss of awakening. The simple monk's robes reflect his ascetic lifestyle in mountain caves.

Sacred Symbolism and Meaning

This statue embodies the transformative power of dedication and the possibility of complete awakening through perseverance. Milarepa's listening pose represents receptivity to wisdom, while his relaxed posture demonstrates the ease that comes from realization.

Sanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom

Milarepa's teachings proclaim: "In horror of death, I took to the mountains. Again and again I meditated on the uncertainty of the hour of death, capturing the fortress of the deathless unending nature of mind."

Sacred Mantra

“Om Ah Guru Hasa Vajra Sarva Siddhi Phala Hum”

This mantra invokes Milarepa's blessings for spiritual perseverance, swift realization, and the ability to transform obstacles into opportunities for awakening and enlightenment.