This incredibly detailed and beautiful Medicine Buddha is in 6 inches is made of solid brass and known for it's numerous health benefits. A perfect gift for anyone with health problems
The Medicine Buddha, who is carrying herb, is believed to cure all kinds of diseases and help people overcome disasters. He is good for health. It is strongly recommended for whom are easily sick to have such medicine Buddha statue at home.
Formally known as “Bhaiṣajyaguruvaiḍūryaprabhārāja,” Medicine Master and King of Lapis Lazuli Light, he is the Buddha of healing and medicine in Mahayana Buddhism.
He is most commonly referred to as “Medicine Buddha” because he cures suffering using the medicine of his teachings.
The Medicine Buddha or the Buddha of Healing is usually represented seated with his right hand raised in vadra mudra (the hand and finger gesture symbolizing giving and compassion), and the left hand rested on his lap, holding a jar of medicine. It is believed to cure all kinds of diseases and help people overcome disasters.
Medicine Buddha, described as a Bodhisattva who made 12 great vows. Once he achieved Buddhahood, he became the Buddha of the eastern pure land of Vaiḍūryanirbhāsa, or Pure Lapis Lazuli. Bhaiṣajyaguru is typically depicted seated, wearing the three robes of a Buddhist monk, holding a lapis-colored jar of medicine nectar in his left hand and the right hand resting on his right knee, holding the stem of the Aruna fruit or Myrobalan between thumb and forefinger. In the sutra, he is also described by his aura of lapis lazuli-colored light.
The Twelve Great Vows
The Twelve Vows of the Medicine Buddha upon attaining Enlightenment, according to the Medicine Buddha Sutra are:
Keeping this Buddha in your home, promotes health.
The Medicine Buddha Facilitates meditation, Supports a clear mind, Deepens contemplation, Helps with concentration, Connects fire energy for inspiration, Increases capacity of one-pointedness, Enhances feelings of inner harmony and peace and Maintains focused commitment for awakening