Medicine Buddha represents Buddha’s ability to heal all suffering, and it is said that meditating with the Medicine Buddha creates therapeutic energy. 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.
This detailed statue, complete with an elegant cream-colored finish, is a calming depiction of the Medicine Buddha and a wonderful addition to an altar or shrine. The piece is 11.5 inches high, 7.5 inches wide, and 6.5 inches deep. Weighs about 10.5 pounds.
- Medicine Buddha statue
- Made of cast stone
- Measures 11.5 x 7.5 x 6.4 inches
- Weighs about 8-10 pounds
This item may feature slight artistic variations in color, details, and overall appearance.
design: A seated Medicine Buddha rendered in a soft cream finish, with the myrobalan plant rising from his right hand and the healing nectar bowl cradled in his left, all resting atop a carved lotus base.
size: 11.5" high x 7.5" wide x 6.5" deep, approximately 8-10.5 lbs.
material: Cast stone
features: Hand-finished cream coloring, detailed carved robe and lotus base, traditional healing mudra with nectar bowl and myrobalan branch
care: Dust with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from direct moisture to preserve the finish.
disclaimer: As a handmade cast stone piece, slight variations in color, detail, and finish should be expected from statue to statue.
Meaning & Intention
The Medicine Buddha, known in Sanskrit as Bhaisajyaguru, is revered as the great physician of Buddhist tradition — a figure whose practice is devoted entirely to the relief of suffering, both physical and spiritual. He is recognized by his two attributes: the myrobalan plant, a potent healing herb, held upright in his right hand, and the bowl of healing nectar resting in his left, symbolizing the medicine that cures not only illness but the deeper afflictions of anger, attachment, and confusion.
Seated in meditation upon a lotus, this Buddha embodies the belief that true healing begins in a settled mind. The lotus itself, rising clean from murky water, echoes the same message the Medicine Buddha teaches: that clarity and wellness are possible no matter the conditions we begin in.
In many households and meditation spaces, this statue is placed with the specific intention of supporting recovery, easing a difficult season, or simply reminding the room of the body's own capacity to mend.
Placed on an altar, a bedside table, or a quiet shelf, this statue serves as a steady visual anchor for anyone tending to their health or the health of someone they love — a small, grounding reminder to pause, breathe, and return attention to healing during meditation or simply in passing throughout the day.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone seeking a calming focal point for healing, recovery, or restorative meditation practice
- Purpose: Altar centerpiece, meditation focus, healing intention practice, home or shrine decor, thoughtful gift for someone recovering
- Suggested Mantra: May all beings be healed
- Intention: Healing, Peace, Restoration, Calm
Questions & Guidance
What does the Medicine Buddha statue represent?
It represents the Buddha's role as a healer, embodying the belief that meditation and mindful intention can support the body's and mind's capacity to recover from suffering.
What is the statue made of?
It is made of cast stone with a detailed cream-colored finish.
What are the dimensions of the statue?
It measures 11.5 inches high, 7.5 inches wide, and 6.5 inches deep, and weighs approximately 8-10.5 pounds.
What do the objects in the Medicine Buddha's hands mean?
The bowl in his left hand holds healing nectar, while the myrobalan plant in his right hand represents medicinal herbs used to treat illness and ease suffering.
Where is the best place to display this statue?
It is well suited to an altar, meditation space, or shrine, ideally somewhere quiet where it can serve as a focal point for healing intentions.
