Arhat Woodcarving

Arhat Woodcarving

This is a wood carving work by Chinese arts and crafts master Liang Tieqiu from 2015. It is currently collected at the Liangfengzhu Arts and Crafts Museum in Nanyue, Hengyang, China. It shows a scene where a Arhat subdues a fierce dragon with fearless courage and strength. In Buddhist legend, Arhat is a saint who has reached nirvana but has not entered nirvana in order to educate all beings. The dragon subduing Arhat symbolizes infinite magic power and wisdom with his magic tools - Ruyi beads and holy bowls. The image is majestic and solemn, full of bravery and strength, successfully conquering the dragon, which symbolizes overcoming the troubles and obstacles in human hearts in Buddhist art.