Buddha Statue - Sakyamuni or "Earth Touching" with Stone Finish

This statue of Buddha with stone finish portrays the Buddha in the 'Earch Witness' mudra, or earth touching pose.

The Buddha assumes this position to ward off temptation and remain unwavering in his dedication to enlightenment. The Buddha takes the Earth Touching Pose to block out the forces of evil and temptation that seek to steer him away from his enlightened journey. He summons the Earth to witness his dedication to the path and takes the Earth's strength to help him resist temptation and remain on to the path of Enlightenment.

Ancient Buddha statues from across Asia frequently portray the Buddha in this pose that speaks to the Buddha's dedication to his enlightening spiritual journey. It is the posture that Shakyamuni Buddha assumed to overcome Mara, the evil spirit that frequently made attempts to sabotage the Buddha's quest for enlightenment. In this statue, the Buddha is resolute, projecting serenity and strength in the face of adversity. This stone finish Buddha statue will bring peace and harmony to your home.