The Medicine Buddha can be identified by the bowl of healing nectar that he holds in his left hand and the myrobalan plant that sits in his right.
- Serene Medicine Buddha statue
- Regal bronze tone
- Measures: 6.5 inches tall, 4.5 inches wide, and 3.5 inches deep
- Made of cast stone
- Antique highlights
Hand-finished. This item may feature slight artistic variations in color, details, and overall appearance.
design: A serene, seated Medicine Buddha rendered in a rich bronze-tone finish, holding a healing bowl in one hand and a myrobalan plant branch in the other, seated atop a lotus base.
size: 6.5 inches tall, 4.5 inches wide, 3.5 inches deep
material: Cast stone (polystone) with a bronze-tone antique finish
features: Bronze-tone antique finish, lotus base, healing nectar bowl, myrobalan plant, hand-finished detailing
care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from direct moisture to preserve the finish.
disclaimer: As a hand-finished piece, slight variations in color, detail, and overall appearance are natural and part of its handcrafted character.
Meaning & Intention
The Medicine Buddha, known in Sanskrit as Bhaisajyaguru, is revered as the great healer of Buddhist tradition — a figure invoked not only for physical wellness but for healing of mind and spirit alike. He is identified by two attributes: the bowl of healing nectar cradled in his left hand, said to cure the deepest afflictions, and the branch of myrobalan, a medicinal plant, held in his right — a symbol that even nature itself offers remedy to those who seek it with sincerity.
Seated in meditation upon a lotus, a flower that rises unstained from muddy water, the Medicine Buddha embodies the possibility of wholeness emerging from difficulty. His downcast eyes and calm expression are not passive but deeply present, suggesting a healing that begins with stillness and awareness rather than force.
In Tibetan and Mahayana traditions, this figure is often the focus of prayers for recovery, resilience, and protection from illness — but his presence is just as often invited simply as a daily reminder that healing is ongoing, and that peace of mind is itself a form of medicine.
Placed on a desk, altar, or shelf, this statue becomes a quiet daily touchstone — a moment to pause, breathe, and set an intention toward healing, whether physical, emotional, or simply the steadying of a busy mind.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone seeking a symbol of healing, recovery, or calm for their home or meditation space
- Purpose: Home decor, meditation focal point, altar centerpiece, healing intention practice, gift for someone recovering or in transition
- Suggested Mantra: May all beings be well
- Intention: Healing, Peace, Wellness, Balance
- Chakra Connection: Heart Chakra
Questions & Guidance
What is the Medicine Buddha holding?
In his left hand he holds a bowl of healing nectar, and in his right he holds a sprig of the myrobalan plant, a traditional symbol of medicine and remedy.
What is this statue made of?
It's cast from polystone (cast stone) and finished by hand in a rich, antique bronze tone.
How big is the statue?
It measures 6.5 inches tall, 4.5 inches wide, and 3.5 inches deep, making it well suited to a shelf, desk, or altar.
Will every statue look exactly the same?
Because each piece is hand-finished, you may notice slight, natural variations in color and detail from one statue to the next.
What does the Medicine Buddha represent?
He represents healing of body, mind, and spirit, and is traditionally invoked for recovery, resilience, and inner peace.
