Vainateya 24 K Gold Copper Garuda Statue 8" Felt Cushion and the pursuit of enlightenment

and the pursuit of enlightenment through discipline and inner growth

3) a commentary on the first three chapters of Santideva's The Way of the Bodhisattva

The front opening is framed with ornate golden designs

Weight: 2365 grams

and his teachings and blessings continue to be a profound source of inspiration for Buddhists in the Himalayan region

Vainateya 24 K Gold Copper Garuda Statue 8" Felt Cushion and the pursuit of enlightenmentThis is a fully gold plated statue of Garuda, the revered mythical bird like deity known for his immense strength and role as a powerful protector in Buddhist and Hindu traditions. The sculpture captures Garuda in a dynamic and commanding pose, with his wings spread wide and his beak grasping a serpent, symbolizing his triumph over nagas, or serpent beings, which often represent negative energies and obstacles. His muscular form and fierce expression