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How to Choose a Buddha Statue

How to Choose a Buddha Statue

At Nidhiratna, we offer a variety of curated collections of handcrafted Buddhist statues allowing you to find a piece that complements your spiritual energy and caters to your purpose. Our Buddhist statues represent the deities in different forms falling under Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana Buddhism) each with its purpose, holding artifacts unique to themselves and with their positions and mudras which symbolize numerous things- all just to help you in your journey of spirituality and mindfulness through meditation. Each statue is masterfully handcrafted in the historical Patan area of Nepal with a long lineage of mastery in the craft with delicate attention to detail.

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Meaning of 108 number's individual characters | 108 defilements

Why the Number 108 Keeps On Appearing Everywhere

The number 108 holds a timeless and universal significance, spanning spirituality, science, and culture.

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Kalachakra: Discover the Wheel of Time

Kalachakra: Discover the Wheel of Time

Kalachakra, often called the “Wheel of Time,” is a profound and intricate Buddhist deity revered in Tibetan Buddhism. He represents the infinite cycle of time and offers deep teachings on the nature of reality, time, and existence. In this blog,...

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The Significance of Medicine Buddha Day in Buddhist Practice

The Significance of Medicine Buddha Day in Buddhist Practice

Medicine Buddha, known as Bhaisajyaguru in Sanskrit, is a revered figure in Mahayana Buddhism, embodying healing and compassion. Depicted as a blue-colored Buddha, he symbolizes the transformative power of wisdom and compassion to heal physical, mental, and spiritual ailments. According to...

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Embracing Mahakala: The Mighty Guardian Deity and Dispeller of Obstacles

Embracing Mahakala: The Mighty Guardian Deity and Dispeller of Obstacles

  Mahakala is a significant deity in Tibetan Buddhism, often depicted as a fierce, dark-skinned figure adorned with skulls and wielding various implements symbolizing his power. He is considered a wrathful manifestation of enlightened compassion and wisdom, embodying the energetic...

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Dzambhala: Journey to Prosperity, Joy, and Spiritual Growth

Dzambhala: Journey to Prosperity, Joy, and Spiritual Growth

Dzambhala, also known as Jambhala or Zambala, is a deity in Tibetan Buddhism associated with wealth, prosperity, and abundance. He is considered a manifestation of the Bodhisattva of Compassion, Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig), and, Dzambhala is believed to grant both material and...

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Chenresig also known as Avalokiteshvara

Chenrezig and His Mantra: Unveiling the Essence of Compassionate Wisdom

Chenrezig, known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit, is one of the most revered bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism. Bodhisattvas are beings who have attained enlightenment but postpone their own Buddhahood to help others achieve liberation from suffering. Chenrezig is particularly associated with...

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Manjushri: The Embodiment of Wisdom Across Buddhist Traditions

Manjushri: The Embodiment of Wisdom Across Buddhist Traditions

Manjushri: The Bodhisattva of Wisdom Manjushri is known as the "Bodhisattva of Wisdom" holding a prominent place in Mahayana Buddhism. Manjushri means "Gentle Glory" in Sanskrit, reflects his embodiment of enlightened wisdom and his role as a spiritual guide. In Chinese Buddhist...

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the mother of liberation. Mother Green Tara

The Spiritual Guide of Mother Tara: Mantra, Symbolism and Meditation

Mother Tara, revered in various Buddhist traditions, embodies boundless compassion and wisdom, offering solace and guidance to practitioners on their spiritual journey. Mother Tara is known by different names such as Green Tara, Jetsun Dolma, or Arya Tara, she symbolizes...

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