When one mentions Shakyamuni, they are referring to the historical figure known as Siddhartha, the son of Suddhodana and Queen Maya. Through his enlightenment, he transformed into the Buddha. The term "Shakyamuni'' translates to "the sage of the Shakyas," indicating his clan's lineage.
The depiction of Buddha portrays him seated upon a double lotus pedestal. His right-hand cradles a pot, while his left rests in the bhumisparsha mudra, symbolizing his encounter with Mara, the temptress. By touching the earth, he invoked the Earth Goddess to bear witness to his unwavering meditation and asceticism. The vajra, representing the Vajrayana sect, is positioned nearby. Draped in a simple monastic robe, or sanghati, he exudes an aura of profound spiritual serenity.
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