Crystal Shakyamuni Buddha Statue
This hand-carved Shakyamuni Buddha statue is made from quartz crystal and features copper with gold plating. Each piece is entirely handmade by expert handicraft artisans, offering distinct detail.
Each one of our quartz statues are handmade so your statue may vary slightly from the one pictured here.
8 inches tall
Shakyamuni Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama) is the historical Buddha, the enlightened being who attained awakening in our world and taught the path to liberation. He is not merely a deity to be worshipped, but the ultimate teacher and the supreme example of one who fully transcended suffering through wisdom and compassion. His life story, from princely birth to enlightenment and teaching, serves as the foundation for all Buddhist traditions.
Practitioners connect with Shakyamuni Buddha to:
- Draw inspiration from his life: His journey from seeker to enlightened one provides a direct blueprint for their own spiritual path.
- Understand the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path: These fundamental teachings, delivered by him, form the core of Buddhist practice.
- Cultivate wisdom and compassion: Following his example and teachings is central to developing these qualities.
- Seek refuge and guidance: He is the embodiment of the Buddha, one of the Three Jewels (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha), offering ultimate spiritual refuge.
Shakyamuni Buddha's Mantra:
The principal mantra associated with Shakyamuni Buddha is:
OM MUNI MUNI MAHĀMUNI SHĀKYAMUNI SVĀHĀ
- OM: The sacred primordial sound, representing the body, speech, and mind of a Buddha.
- MUNI: Means "sage," "wise one," or "silent one." Its repetition emphasizes this quality.
- MAHĀMUNI: "Great sage," referring to the Buddha as the ultimate wise being.
- SHĀKYAMUNI: The clan name of the historical Buddha, signifying his specific manifestation.
- SVĀHĀ: "So be it," "May it be so," or "May the blessings of the mantra be rooted in my mind."