Shakyamuni, Bhumisparsha “Earth Touching” Buddha Statue Filigree Work This gesture represents the moment

This gesture represents the moment when he called the earth to witness his transcendence of the realm of Mara

With one foot placed on the ground and the other raised

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the 'lotus born' also known as 'Guru Rinpoche'

Shakyamuni, Bhumisparsha “Earth Touching” Buddha Statue Filigree Work This gesture represents the momentHandcrafted Copper Gold Plated Shakyamuni Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra. One of the most common and popular mudras(gesture or mark) which are found depicted in Buddha statues is the Bhumisparsha mudra, translated as the earth touching gesture. Buddha statues with this mudra are commonly known as the "earth witness". In Buddha statues with the Bhumisparsha mudra, the Buddha, more specifically, the historical Shakyamuni Buddha is seen seated with his