MEDiTATiNG NAGA BUDDHA.
11TH CENTURY
BAPHUON STYLE
Perpetuating stillness within the chaos, Buddha sanctifies the true essence of meditation.
At the very root of humanity’s evolving existence there’s been a solid addictive quality wired within each of us, the addiction to distraction. Deeper still, this dominating distraction is a self-sabotaging depletion.
If you examine Buddha closely, any & all distractions are non-existent. He maintains stillness within the chaos of life, exhibiting the true essence of meditation.
The Naga are the hood of snakes hovering above him. They are not to harm or distract but rather faithfully protect the awakened one by the king of serpents. In Khmer culture, Naga is the Sanskrit word for any deity taking the form of a great snake, specifically the multi-headed king cobra.
Buddha is holding the Dhyana mudra with deep intentional reverence. Mudras offer energetic messages through hand placement and significant ritual amongst the Khmer culture. Sometimes called the yoga mudra or samadhi mudra, this mudra represents the gesture of true balance. Someone using this mudra during meditation is immersed in a limitless space, completely untouched by the outside world. The right hand symbolizes wisdom and awareness while the left symbolizes the illusion of existence. This mudra is created with the help of two hands placed on the lap, the right on the left with stretched fingers, thumbs facing upwards and all of the other fingers resting on each other. This mudra is gentle yet stable, humble and worthy.
Naga Buddha statues are considered one of the rarest Buddhist artifacts around the globe. Therefore, many Buddhist and antique art collectors consider the Naga Buddha statues as the gems of their personal collections. There is a rich and ancient wisdom found in this piece of art. The Khmer artist inspires the world so beautifully here: Buddha demonstrates a state of elated solitude, allowing the observer to become curious about his or her own path towards self-discovery.
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Perpetuating stillness within the chaos, Buddha sanctifies the true essence of meditation. At the very root of humanity’s evolving existence
Ganesh (also spelled Ganesa or Ganesha) is the Lord of Good Fortune who provides prosperity, fortune and success. He is the Lord of Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles
First, notice the center, that very middle point. Observe Brahma’s grace in demanding direct attention to his hands, despite the distraction of other two heads.
Known for their richness, this Khmer sculpture effortlessly portrays Vishnu with ease and contentment.
THE TRiMURTi
First, notice the center, that very middle point. Observe Brahma’s grace in demanding direct attention to his hands, despite the distraction of other two heads. In absolute stillness, he holds the Anjali mudra. This common hand gesture held in the attitude of prayer promotes respect for oneself and others.
FOUR-ARMED MEDiTATiNG ViSHNU.
Known for their richness, this Khmer sculpture effortlessly portrays Vishnu with ease and contentment. His energy is held with confidence inside this abundantly porous sandstone. There is a beautiful array of symbolism here, all delicately placed.
FOUR-ARMED STANDING VISHNU
Vishnu is the Protector. He was alone in the beginning. From his navel grew a lotus, which brought forth Brahma, the Creator. Vishnu is part of the Trimurti, the Divine Trinity. Maintaining the cosmic order of the universe, (or dharma), Vishnu is characteristically portrayed standing upright and balanced.
MEDiTATiNG NAGA BUDDHA.
Perpetuating stillness within the chaos, Buddha sanctifies the true essence of meditation. At the very root of humanity’s evolving existence there’s been a solid addictive quality wired within each of us, the addiction to distraction. Deeper still, this dominating distraction is a self-sabotaging depletion.
MEDiTATiNG ViSHNU
Previously mentioned, Vishnu is part of the Trimurti, the Divine Trinity. Vishnu’s posture offers a pristine adeptness, this art piece provides us with an opportunity to trust and discover TRUTH. Here the Khmer artist demonstrates the Bhumisparsha mudra with focused attention on Vishnu's intention to attain enlightenment.
GANESHA
Ganesh (also spelled Ganesa or Ganesha) is the Lord of Good Fortune who provides prosperity, fortune and success. He is the Lord of Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles, both physically and spiritually. Ganesha embodies spiritual symbolism with such gorgeous intricacy.
4-HEADED STANDiNG BRAHMA
God of Creation, four-headed Brahma stands resolute and firm. His four heads represent the four Vedas, the most ancient religious text carried in the Khmer culture. His multiple faces point in four directions: North, South, East and West. He also has four hands which symbolize human nature/personality: mind(back right), intellect (back left), ego (front right), and self-confidence (front left).
APSARA BAS-RELiEF
Apsaras are beautiful, supernatural female beings. They are youthful and elegant, and superb in the art of dancing. These ethereal beings have been immortalized in stone, breathing life force through India and throughout areas of South and Southeast Asia.
