The Medicine Buddha is a symbol of teaching and healing wisdom. In Buddha’s cupped left hand rests a bowl of elixir, representing the healing nature of Buddha's teachings and meditations, and in his right rests a mythical plant – the cherry plum. Finished with rustic details in a two-tone brass finish.
- Brass Buddha statue
- Depicts Medicine Buddha
- Measures 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches
- Weighs about 4 pounds
- Handmade in India
Handmade: minor organic imperfections may be present, adding to the unique artistic identity of each item. Made of brass. Please allow for some blue oxidation spots, which is a true characteristic of the metal reacting with nature.
design: A seated Medicine Buddha rendered in warm two-tone brass, his robe and lotus base cast in a darker oxidized finish that sets off the burnished gold of his face, chest, and hands. His right hand cups a bowl of healing elixir while his left hand, resting on his knee, holds the stem of a myrobalan (cherry plum) plant.
size: Measures 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches; weighs about 4 pounds.
material: Solid brass
features: Two-tone brass finish, hand-cast detailing, cherry plum plant motif, elixir bowl, lotus-carved base, natural oxidation patina
care: Dust with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from moisture to preserve the brass finish over time.
disclaimer: Handmade in India, each statue carries minor organic imperfections and natural blue oxidation spots that are part of brass's genuine character, so slight variation between pieces should be expected.
Meaning & Intention
The Medicine Buddha, known in Sanskrit as Bhaisajyaguru, is revered across Buddhist tradition as the great physician of body and mind. He is said to hold the cure for suffering itself, teaching that true healing begins with clarity, compassion, and the willingness to look inward before seeking relief elsewhere.
In his right hand he holds a bowl of medicinal nectar, a symbol of the healing wisdom contained within his teachings and the meditative practices that ease both physical and spiritual pain. In his left hand rests the myrobalan plant, prized in Ayurvedic and Tibetan medicine for its restorative properties and long associated with the Medicine Buddha's ability to transform illness into insight.
The two-tone brass finish echoes the duality at the heart of his teaching: the darkness of suffering giving way to the golden light of understanding. Kept in a home or healing space, this statue is traditionally seen as an invitation to recovery, patience, and steady inner repair.
Placed on a bedside table, altar, or in a room set aside for rest and recovery, the Medicine Buddha becomes a quiet daily reminder that healing is a practice, not a single event. Pausing to look at him, even briefly, can anchor a moment of stillness before the day's demands take over.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone navigating illness, recovery, or a season of deep stress, or seeking a meaningful centerpiece for a healing or meditation space
- Purpose: Meditation focal point, healing space decor, altar centerpiece, get-well gift, home blessing
- Suggested Mantra: May all beings be well
- Intention: Healing, Wisdom, Peace, Calm
- Metal: Brass
Questions & Guidance
What does the Medicine Buddha statue represent?
It represents healing wisdom in Buddhist tradition, holding a bowl of medicinal elixir and a myrobalan plant as symbols of recovery for both body and mind.
What is the statue made of?
It is cast entirely from brass and finished by hand in a two-tone brass patina.
How big is the statue?
It measures 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches and weighs about 4 pounds, making it a substantial tabletop or altar piece.
Why does the brass have dark spots or color variation?
Each statue is handmade in India, and small blue oxidation spots or tonal shifts are a natural result of brass reacting to air over time, giving every piece its own character.
How should I care for a brass Buddha statue?
Simply wipe it with a soft, dry cloth and keep it away from moisture to help the brass finish stay beautiful for years.
