{"product_id":"padmasambhava-in-union-yab-yum","title":"PADMASAMBHAVA IN UNION (YAB-YUM)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eCrafted in copper using traditional lost-wax casting techniques and finished by hand with a rich natural patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"614\"\u003ePadmasambhava, also known as Guru Rinpoche, is one of the most revered figures in Tibetan Buddhism, credited with introducing Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century.\u003cbr data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eHe is regarded as the “Second Buddha”, embodying profound wisdom, compassion, and transformative spiritual power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eIn this depiction, Padmasambhava is shown in union (yab-yum) with his consort, symbolizing the inseparable unity of wisdom and method — a central principle of Vajrayana Buddhism.\u003cbr data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eThis iconography expresses the non-dual nature of reality, where masculine and feminine energies merge into enlightened awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003ePadmasambhava holds ritual attributes associated with his enlightened activity, while his consort embodies transcendent wisdom.\u003cbr data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eTheir dynamic yet harmonious posture reflects the transformative power of tantric realization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eHis penetrating gaze, powerful presence, and richly adorned garments emphasize both his mastery over the spiritual realm and his role as a guide for practitioners on the path to awakening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eThis sculpture belongs to the refined tradition of Himalayan bronze art developed by Newar artisans of the Kathmandu Valley.\u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eThe expressive modeling, intricate details, and balanced composition reveal exceptional craftsmanship and deep spiritual symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HIMALAY'ART","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52715443224904,"sku":null,"price":1690.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/4164\/5384\/files\/if-localizationlanguageiso-code-fr-product-title-statue-bronze-style-antique-ou-sculpture-bois-traditionnelle-nepal-himalayart-elsif-localizationlanguageiso-cod-6784740.jpg?v=1774022796","url":"https:\/\/himalayart.com\/products\/padmasambhava-in-union-yab-yum","provider":"HIMALAY'ART","version":"1.0","type":"link"}