“Om Mani Padme Hum”
A revered Buddha mantra encapsulates the essence of compassion and wisdom. Each syllable symbolizes different aspects: “Om” represents the body, speech, and mind of Buddha; “Mani” signifies the jewel, compassion; “Padme” represents the lotus, wisdom; and “Hum” represents individuality. Reciting this mantra is believed to purify one’s mind and cultivate compassion and wisdom. It's a reminder of the path to enlightenment, where the lotus of wisdom blooms from the much of ignorance. The mantra’s resonance carries the blessings of Avalokiteshvara, helping practitioners attain inner peace and ultimately reach enlightenment.
The symbolism of the standing Buddha on the lotus flower represents the path to enlightenment profound within Buddhist iconography. In this depiction, the standing Buddha stands gracefully upon a lotus pedestal, signifying spiritual purity and the journey toward liberation from suffering. Just as the lotus emerges untainted from the depths of muck, the standing Buddha on the lotus encourages us to rise above life’s challenges and temptations, striving for enlightenment and inner peace.
How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?
Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.
Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.
In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth.
Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity.
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