{"product_id":"vergulde-medicijn-boeddha-gezondheid-herstel-bescherming","title":"Gilded Medicine Buddha on Lotus Throne – Tibetan Style Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;background-color:#ffffff;color:#222222;padding:35px;border:1px solid #d4af37;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;font-size:28px;margin-bottom:15px;font-weight:normal;\"\u003e\nGilded Medicine Buddha with Double Lotus Throne – Symbol of Health and Protection\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nHealth is often the most valuable possession we have. That is precisely why the Medicine Buddha has been one of the most beloved and meaningful figures within Buddhism for centuries. This image represents not only healing of the body, but also inner peace, recovery, strength, and regaining balance during difficult periods of life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nMany people place a Medicine Buddha in their home when health, recovery, or well-being plays an important role. Others choose this type of statue as a meaningful gift for a family member, friend, or partner going through a difficult period. The symbolism is timeless: hope, protection, strength, and trust in a new beginning.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Buddha holds a medicine bowl, the most important attribute of Bhaishajyaguru, the Medicine Buddha. This bowl symbolizes healing and the ability to alleviate physical and mental suffering. On the chest is a cast-in swastika, an ancient Buddhist symbol of good fortune that stands for harmony, prosperity, protection, and spiritual well-being.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe statue is crafted in gilded bronze and rests on a richly detailed double lotus throne. Within Buddhism, the lotus represents purity and spiritual growth. From the mud, the flower grows towards the light, a powerful metaphor for personal development, recovery, and overcoming adversity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe warm gilding is beautifully accentuated by dark oxidation in the deeper areas. This creates an attractive contrast that gives extra emphasis to the details of the face, the folds of the robe, and the lotus base. The wear on the upper parts adds character and gives the statue an authentic appearance.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\nThe fully closed base is particularly noteworthy. Combined with the substantial weight of 2.8 kilograms, the meticulous casting, and the rich finish of the lotus throne, the result is a statue that immediately radiates quality and presence. It does not feel like a light decorative piece, but rather an object with meaning and substance.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\nWhether placed in a living room, meditation room, practice space, or personal altar corner, this is a Buddha statue that serves as a daily reminder of health, protection, recovery, and inner balance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e5d6a0;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;font-size:20px;font-weight:normal;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMedicine Buddha (Bhaishajyaguru)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGilded bronze \/ copper alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHealth, recovery, protection and well-being\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMedicine bowl, cast-in swastika, double lotus throne, closed bottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e27 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e17.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e2.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57482002825547,"sku":"619","price":345.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/vergulde-medicijn-boeddha-bhaishajyaguru-lotustroon.jpg?v=1780246009","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/gilded-medicine-buddha-health-recovery-protection","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}