

plwk wrote:That is a Thai (with somewhat Sri Lankan style) statue of Sakyamuni Buddha in abhaya mudra: fearlessness. Normally this mudra is portrayed on standing Buddha statues but this one is seated in full lotus posture. The blazing flames on the Buddha's head are to symbolize blazing awareness or wisdom or enlightenment..
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