Large Rosewood
Buddha Standing
with Bag

8.5" x 4.5" x 4"

$38.00

The Laughing Buddha travels the country and spreads joy and happiness wherever he goes. He reminds us to always keep our sense of humor.

This statue of the Laughing Buddha shows him ready for his travels with a large bag slung over his right shoulder and carrying all else he needs for his journey: a gourd, a fan and his prayer mala. His large, elongated ear lobes are a sign of wisdom.

The bag represents fulfillment of wishes or can also be the blessings of Buddha. Happiness is one of the Laughing Buddha’s greatest gifts.

The gourd can symbolize many things: physical nourishment for a journey, the water of life, or spiritual sustenance.

The fan is for teaching, primarily used for emphasizing points of a speech, and the mala is traditionally used as way to count prayers or blessings.

Many believe that rubbing the Buddha’s belly brings joy, luck and prosperity.