Tibetan auspicious beast Mani Wheel
The "Mani Wheel" is a scripture turner in Xizang, a cylindrical device for Buddhist practice, used to spread spiritual blessings and evoke good karma. The prayer wheel is composed of cylindrical wheels mounted on a shaft made of metal, wood, stone, leather, or coarse cotton. Sutra turning tubes are common in Xizang and Xizang culture dominated areas.
Maitreya Bodhisattva Stele
The Maitreya Bodhisattva Stele is a Chinese cultural relic dating back to 563 AD, currently housed in the Minneapolis Museum of Art in the United States. This cultural relic is made of black limestone and has traces of paint. This exquisitely carved stone tablet, although small in scale, displays a complete image of the same theme as a large Buddha statue. In addition to the Maitreya Buddha statue in the center, the engraved halo, and the bodhisattvas on both sides, there are also flying celestial beings and dragons on the flame shaped backs at the top and bottom. The back of the stone tablet is engraved with a 69 character inscription, listing the names of the donors who commissioned the production of this work and dedicated it in 563.
Qing Dynasty gilded offerings to Buddha
This is a Buddha statue from 1850 AD, currently housed in the Minneapolis Museum of Art in the United States. This Buddha statue sits in the tentacle print on the ground, depicting the scene of Buddha about to awaken under the Bodhi tree. This moment is often described as a powerful battle between good and evil, confusion and insight.
Gilded Bodhisattva Statues of Qing Dynasty
The artifact is one of a pair of gilded bodhisattva statues from 18th century AD China. It is now housed in the Minneapolis Museum of Art. Although the two statues are mirror images of each other, they do not represent the same bodhisattva; they are Maitreya and Guanyin, respectively. They stand in elegant poses, holding the stems of a lotus flower, probably part of a sculptural trinity that surrounds a larger Buddha.
The container of Tibetan sutra in the period of Koryo
This relic is a box of sutras known as the "container of Tibetan sutras", from the Korean Koryo period (918-1392) around 1100 AD. It is made of gold-plated copper with embossed decorations, and the overall dimensions are 10.2 x 6.5 x 1.5cm. This sutra box was once used to preserve miniature Buddhist sacred texts. By hammering the reverse side, the front and back of the box are engraved with relief designs depicting a peaceful pond boy holding a huge lotus in his hand and a pair of mandarin ducks swimming. These playing boys may represent the newly born soul in the Pure Land. Collected at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
King Kong Lex Hum
The door gods are known in Japan as the Kongers, and their role is to protect the temple and Buddhism. Door gods (Niō) usually appear in pairs, with one mouth open and one mouth closed. Those who open their mouths are called A, and those who close their mouths are called Hum. Corresponds to the second generals of Chinese Buddhism. These two names stand for the first and last syllables in Sanskrit, symbolizing the beginning and end of all things. The pair of statues are now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
King Kong, Hercules
The door gods are known in Japan as the Kongers, and their role is to protect the temple and Buddhism. Door gods (Niō) usually appear in pairs, with one mouth open and one mouth closed. Those who open their mouths are called A, and those who close their mouths are called Hum. Corresponds to the second generals of Chinese Buddhism. These two names stand for the first and last syllables in Sanskrit, symbolizing the beginning and end of all things. The pair of statues are now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Dancing King Kong Hai Mother
This is a small stone tablet called "Dancing King Kong Hai Mother", created in Nepal from 1000 to 1100 AD. The overall size of the statue is 9.6 x 5.3cm. The statue is now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. King Kong Hai Mother, also known as King Kong Yoga Mother, is one of the Buddhist King Kong (Tantra) statues and belongs to the system of empty mothers. The Ming concubine of Shengle King Kong and Great Compassion Red Guanyin originated in India from the 8th to the 12th centuries. The mother-to-mother revered by the four major sects is mainly used to make the spirit of the treasure bottle and the concept of self-determination.
Ashoka Lion Head Pillar
It is an important symbol of the Peacock Dynasty in ancient India, built by King Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. The top of this pillar is decorated with four lions sitting back-to-back, symbolizing strength, courage, and dominance. These lions are placed on a huge cylindrical pedestal with carved wheels, which is an important symbol of Buddhism representing the teachings of the Buddha. Not only is it an outstanding representative of peacock dynasty art, but it is also one of the national symbols of India. This reflects King Ashoka's support and promotion of Buddhism, as well as his pursuit of peace and justice. The replica of this pillar is now used as the national emblem of India.
Chinese Song Dynasty Wooden Carving of Water Moon Guanyin Statue
Shuiyue Guanyin, also known as the "Bent Leg Guanyin", is a non-traditional expression of Guanyin Bodhisattva. This image of Guanyin Bodhisattva involves lifting one foot and sitting cross legged, presenting a more casual and relaxed posture. Unlike the traditional solemn and dignified image of Guanyin, the crossed legged Water Moon Guanyin conveys a more intimate and unrestrained atmosphere, reflecting the infinite compassion and tolerance of Guanyin Bodhisattva towards sentient beings in Buddhism. This form of manifestation of Guanyin Bodhisattva is usually depicted as sitting or floating on the surface of water, often accompanied by bright moonlight in the background, symbolizing wisdom and purity.
The Blue faced Vajra Buddha statue at Shengman Temple in Japan
A Buddha statue enshrined in Shengman Temple, Shinbori 1-chome, Edogawa ku, Tokyo, Japan. Qingmian Diamond, also known as Qingshi Big Diamond. Known for its unique blue face, it is one of the iconic cultural relics of Shengman Temple. Representing the Vajrayana in Buddhism, symbolizing fearlessness and strength, it is often depicted as a protector deity, protecting Buddhism from evil spirits. Shengman Temple is a Buddhist temple with a long history, and the blue faced Vajra statue inside is not only a symbol of religious belief, but also a manifestation of artistic and cultural heritage. The existence of this Buddha statue not only attracted many believers to come and worship, but also provided valuable physical materials for the study of Buddhist art.
Kubyauk gyi Temple in Bagan, Myanmar
It is an important historical site located in the famous Bagan region of Myanmar. Built in the 10th century AD, it is a Buddhist temple. It is one of the well preserved ancient buildings in the Bagan region. Renowned for its exquisite murals. The murals inside the temple depict Buddhist stories and traditional patterns, with strong cultural and religious significance. Built with red bricks, it has a typical Burmese architectural style. There is a towering dome and delicate decorations that embody the unique charm of Burmese art. Despite experiencing the baptism of time and natural disasters, it remains an important destination for tourists and believers in the Bagan region.
Linhai Jinshan Xiaowenfeng Pagoda
The Linhai Jinshan Xiaowenfeng Pagoda is an ancient pagoda located in Linhai City, Zhejiang Province, China. This tower, also known as Xiaowenfeng Pagoda or Xiaowenfeng Temple, is one of the important historical relics and cultural attractions in Linhai City. Built during the Northern Song Dynasty, around 960 to 1127 AD. It is a wooden pagoda with a height of about 33 meters and a total of seven floors. The tower body is slender and beautiful, with an elegant architectural style, making it one of the exemplars of ancient Chinese wooden towers. It is a landmark building in Linhai City and also a place for Buddhist activities. The tower houses Buddha statues and other religious relics, attracting numerous believers and tourists to worship and visit.
Xuanzang
Xuanzang (602-664) was a famous monk of the Tang Dynasty, one of the four great translators of Buddhist scriptures in Chinese Buddhism, and the founder of the Yogacara school of Chinese Buddhism.
Buddhist Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva clay sculpture
Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, a Buddhist bodhisattva name, is a transliteration of the Sanskrit K ṣ itigarbha, transliterated as "Qichadi Lianpo". In the Ten Wheel Sutra of Ksitigarbha, it is said that Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva is "as calm and composed as the earth, and as deep and secret as a secret treasure, hence its name. Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva is an important Bodhisattva in Buddhist tradition, revered as the savior and protector of sentient beings. His full name is Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, also known as Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva King or Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva King. He is considered the ruler of hell, with the mission of protecting sentient beings and saving the souls. With infinite compassion and wisdom, Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva promises not to retreat from the suffering of sentient beings until they are all liberated from the cycle of suffering.
The statue of Gandhara Buddha Head from the fourth century Gandhara civilization
This Chinese cultural relic is a sculpture called "Gandarafo Head", which was created between 300-399 AD. This sculpture is currently housed in the National Museum of the Netherlands. The characteristics of this sculpture are the raised or bun on the head (ushnisha) and the raised point on the forehead (urna), which are standard features of Buddhism. The wavy hair combed back from the face is a characteristic of the Gandhara Buddha statue. In the early decades of the 1st century AD, the first batch of Buddha statues began to emerge. The dimensions of this sculpture are 24.0 centimeters high, 15.0 centimeters wide, and 11.8 centimeters deep.
Sitting Statues of Sakyamuni Buddha in the Period of the Imperial Empire of Gui Shuang
The statue depicts the image of Buddha Sakyamuni in a state of enlightenment, sitting in a meditative posture. This statue is probably an early Buddha found by the site of Jamal Garry in the ancient Gandhara region of modern Pakistan during the Kisam Empire, during the 2-3rd century AD.
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