Buddha Buddies
Placing a statue of Buddha in your home or garden is said to bring peace, harmony and good luck and prosperity. What's more you don't have to become a Buddhist in order to benefit from its powers. Statues come in all shapes and sizes and different positions. These are just a few:
The laughing Buddha
One of the most popular Buddhas, usually shown with a big smile and a fat belly, this laughing statue is said to bring good fortune.
He's also known as Ho Tai or Pu-Tai and in China as The Friendly One. He represents a Chinese monk from over 1,000 years ago, who was said to be an incarnation of Buddha. He's usually seen carrying a small cloth sack, to represent abundance and plenty. Tradition dictates that you should rub his tummy once a day - to ensure that you never go hungry. He judges no one and is also known as the patron of sick children. Put him in a place of importance in the living room or on your work desk to reap maximum benefits.
The standing Buddha
This statue is often shown in different positions. Standing with one palm held up and the other down, means that the Buddha will bring courage and stop arguments.
If his hands are crossed over his stomach, he'll boost your confidence and can be a focus for meditation. He governs Sundays. The standing Buddha with his hands across his chest will bring contemplation and joy. He governs Friday. If he carries a bowl of fruit, he'll ensure that you never go hungry.
The Lotus Buddha
The Buddha that sits in a lotus postion usually has both of his hands resting in front of him, facing upwards, and this is one of the most common positions of a Buddha statue.
This position represents the growing mind and is one of the best Buddhas for meditation.
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Posted on Wed 3rd Aug 2011 20:30:04