In this beautiful stone figure, the Apostle of Non-Violence and Truth is presented in the Bhumisparsha mudra or posture. (hand touching the Earth).

In the Bhumisparsha mudra or gesture, Buddha calls upon the Earth to witness his claim to be known as “The Enlightened One.” In this beautiful stone figure, the Lord points towards the earth with his right hand and in response Bhu Devi, the Earth Goddess, lets flow a stream of sacred water at Buddha’s feet. Each drop of water symbolizes an act of merit performed by Buddha in his previous incarnations on earth.

The ushnisha or knot of hair on top of Buddha’s head is considered a sign of his spiritual wisdom. The Buddha’s left hand is placed on his lap with the palm upwards in the varada mudra symbolizing the bestowal of a gift.