Gilded Buddha statue, Bhumispara-mudra, Buddha Gautama at the moment of enlightenment by Walter G. Allgöwer

About "Gilded Buddha statue, Bhumispara-mudra, Buddha Gautama at the moment of enlightenment"

by Walter G. Allgöwer

About the artwork

In the golden stillness of Wat Pho in Bangkok, a majestic Buddha statue shines in its divine splendour. Its gilded splendour reflects the centuries of devotion and spirituality that have permeated this sacred shrine. Before our eyes, Buddha Gautama assumes the Bhumispara mudra, a gesture that captures the moment of his enlightenment.
The gilded statue conveys an aura of calm and inner peace as it touches the ground, symbolising the connection to the earth. The gentle inclination of his head and the closed eyes indicate a state of deep meditation and spiritual absorption. In this moment of enlightenment, time seems to stand still as Buddha Gautama reveals the essence of truth and universal compassion.
The ornate details of the statue tell of the masterful craftsmanship involved in its creation. Every line, every curve is an expression of the search for inner harmony and the pursuit of spiritual perfection. The golden layers reflect not only the divine light, but also the countless prayers and tributes that have been addressed to this sacred place over the course of time.
Surrounded by the spiritual aura of Wat Pho, this gilded Buddha statue reminds us that the path to enlightenment lies in the silence of meditation and a deep understanding of life. Here, in Bangkok, past and present unite in a timeless homage to the wisdom of the enlightened.