THE LOST KINGDOM: TREASURES FROM SIAM

THE LOST KINGDOM: TREASURES FROM SIAM

The most recognizable objects of Buddhist worship are, of course, statues of the Buddha. Both the commissioning of a statue and devotion before an image were considered acts that would accrue merit. Images of the Buddha are typically shown in one of four postures: seated, standing, reclining or walk...

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Veröffentlicht in:Veranda (Atlanta, Ga.) Ga.), 2005-05, Vol.19 (3), p.50
1. Verfasser: Reichle, Natasha
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The most recognizable objects of Buddhist worship are, of course, statues of the Buddha. Both the commissioning of a statue and devotion before an image were considered acts that would accrue merit. Images of the Buddha are typically shown in one of four postures: seated, standing, reclining or walking. These positions are associated with significant events in the life of the Buddha.
ISSN:1040-8150