The Sacred Tsongkhapa Statue | Dharma Icon of the Gelug Tradition Sacred Tsongkhapa Statue stands 21 cm (8.3 inches) tall with a 17.5 cm (6.9 inches) wide base and weighs 2.05 kg. Crafted from a high-quality copper body, it is adorned with 24K gold gilding and enhanced with gold and acrylic paintings, showcasing intricate artistry and luminous beauty.Perfect for spiritual spaces, home altars, or as a meaningful gift, this statue reflects profound craftsmanship and sacred elegance. Tsongkhapa, the great philosopher and founder of the Gelug school, is portrayed in deep meditation performing the Dharmachakra Mudra—the gesture of teaching—with both hands held at his chest. From his hands rise two lotus stalks: atop the left lotus is a flaming sword, symbolizing the penetrating clarity of wisdom that cuts through ignorance; atop the right lotus rests the Prajnaparamita Sutra, representing the perfection of wisdom and the foundation of his teachings. He is seated on a moon disc lotus base, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. Size: 8.3”/21cm (Height) x 6.9”/17.5cm (Base)Weight: 2.05 kgMaterial: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) is a well-known Tibetan religious philosopher. A devout monk, Tsongkhapa undertook the challenging task of compiling and studying all the Indian Buddhist classics available in Tibet during his time. In his iconic form, wearing a tall yellow hat, he is the center of the Gelugpa sect that was dominant in Tibet until the Chinese takeover in 1951, and whose de facto leader is the Dalai Lama.
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