When Buddha is shown with a bowl of healing herbs and holding a myrobalan plant, he is regarded as Medicine Buddha. The Medicine Buddha represents Buddha's ability to heal all suffering, and his image alone is said to emanate therapeutic energy. With his detailed robe and antique colors of brown/bronze, this Medicine Buddha statue is a stirring presence in any space.
- Statue of Medicine Buddha
- Intricate details on all sides
- Made of polystone
- Bronze and rust finish
- Measures about 11.75 x 8 x 5 inches
- Indoor use only
This item may feature slight variations in details, color, and overall design.
design: Seated in meditation upon a lotus-carved base, this Medicine Buddha holds the myrobalan plant in his raised right hand while his left hand cradles a healing bowl, his robe rendered in richly detailed folds and patterning.
size: Measures about 11.75 x 8 x 5 inches.
material: Polystone
features: Intricate detailing on all sides, lotus-carved base, bronze and rust antique finish, traditional healing bowl and myrobalan plant mudra
care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from direct sun and moisture.
disclaimer: As with any handcrafted piece, slight variations in color, detail, and finish may occur from one statue to the next.
Meaning & Intention
The Medicine Buddha, known in Sanskrit as Bhaisajyaguru, is revered as the great healer of Buddhist tradition. He is recognized by two attributes shown in this statue: the myrobalan plant held aloft in his right hand, an herb prized for its power to ease every kind of ailment, and the alms bowl of healing nectar resting in his left. Together they speak to a compassion that extends beyond words into direct, tangible relief.
Unlike depictions of the historical Buddha centered on enlightenment through renunciation, the Medicine Buddha's story is one of vow and remedy. Legend holds that in a previous life he pledged to become a source of medicine for all beings, addressing not only bodily illness but the deeper afflictions of fear, confusion, and grief. His deep bronze coloring and antique rust finish evoke the aged bronze icons of Himalayan monasteries, where this figure has long been invoked for recovery and protection.
To keep a Medicine Buddha statue in the home is to hold a quiet reminder that healing is both a physical and spiritual undertaking. Many turn to his image during illness or difficult transitions, not as a replacement for care, but as a companion to it, a steady presence suggesting that suffering, however heavy, can soften and pass.
Placed in a bedroom, meditation corner, or healing space, this statue becomes a quiet anchor for those working through illness, recovery, or simply the wear of daily stress, a visual cue to pause, breathe, and trust the body's capacity to mend.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone seeking a symbol of healing, recovery, and compassionate strength for their home or meditation space
- Purpose: Home altar centerpiece, meditation focus, healing space decor, gift for someone recovering from illness, spiritual practice support
- Suggested Mantra: May all beings be healed
- Intention: Healing, Compassion, Peace, Recovery
- Chakra Connection: Heart Chakra
Questions & Guidance
What does the Medicine Buddha statue represent?
It represents healing and compassion, depicting Buddha holding a myrobalan plant and a bowl of healing herbs to signify relief from suffering, both physical and emotional.
What is this statue made of?
It is crafted from polystone, a durable resin-and-stone composite finished to resemble aged bronze.
Is this statue suitable for outdoor placement?
No, this piece is intended for indoor use only.
Where is a good place to display a Medicine Buddha statue?
It's well suited to a home altar, meditation space, or bedroom, especially during times of healing or recovery.
Will the color and detail match exactly what's pictured?
Since each piece is handcrafted, slight variations in color, detail, and finish are natural and to be expected.
