There are several different Buddha figurines and statutes that one can purchase. Depending on the hand positions, gestures, the facial expression, and other design details, the Buddha figurines meaning will differ for each one. The meanings of the poses, postures, and mudras (the specific hand gesture the Buddha makes), all designate a different Buddha figurines [...]

Depending on the culture, country of origin, and the type of Buddha statute or figurine, the Buddha meanings will vary for each one. The meanings are derived from the various phases in the Buddha’s life, and based upon various religious background and cultures, as well as the hand positions which the Buddha is designed with, [...]

Statue of Buddha is a symbol of founder of the ancient religion Buddhism. Siddhartha Gautama or Buddha was a prince in Northern India. Buddhism abandoned the idea of a personal God who controlled the fate of souls. Statues of Buddha are used in temples or used in gardens and homes as a symbol to cultivate [...]

The history of the happy Buddha (also known as smiling, fat, or laughing Buddha) is usually designed with a bald head, the large exposed belly, wide smile, and is always carrying a bag. Depending on which country of origin you trace the happy Buddha statue meanings; they are going to vary in each country, and [...]

The laughing Buddha statues meanings embody the ideals of the good life, and the notion that is was something which individuals could attain in the world. The “good” life consisted of a happy demeanor, self mastery, a deep commitment to the welfare of others, purposeful endeavors in life, and an enlightened awareness of things around [...]