Buddha Sculpture - a symbol of growth & prosperity

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Buddha Statues

• A symbol of growth prosperity

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• We have all seen them somewhere. Buddha Statues.
  They are everywhere and every one has one
  somewhere. In their garden, in their living room,
  kitchen etc. We like them because it looks
  exotic, because it was a present and you dont
  give Buddha away or maybe because you are a
  Buddhist. But for most of us its just a
  decoration.
• What do they represent?
• A Buddha statue stands for the hope for peace
  and harmony of every owner of the house.

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• Buying a Buddha Statue
• When you want to buy a Buddha statue, you have to
  keep some things in mind
• Try a laughing Buddha first. If you buy your
  first Buddha, start with this one. These are
  known as the Buddha of Wealth and Buddha of
  Happiness, so why not buying one of these?
• Bigger is better. It is believed that the bigger
  the Buddha the more energy it gives.
• Try to look for any symbols. The laughing Buddha
  can have a pot of gold or a sack with treasures.

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• Where To Place A Buddha Statue?
• Having a Buddha in your house is believed to
  bring calm energy. So if you have a busy hectic
  life, it helps creating a sense of balance in
  your lifestyle. Besides that, there are statues
  that bring wealth, health and good luck.
• In order for these things to happen, you have to
  make sure to put the statue in the right place.

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• There are a few things you can consider before
  you put your statue somewhere
• What sort of Buddha is it? A laughing
  Buddha? Known as the happy Buddha, is one of the
  most popular statues. It brings good luck and
  wealth among others. So if you keep one at home,
  it is believed to bring success, prosperity and
  happiness. How to recognize this Buddha? Smiling
  face, protruding belly and carrying symbolisms of
  wealth like a pot of gold or a sack with
  treasures.
• Buying one for your home? Try to buy a bigger one
  and place it directly facing the main door. You
  can also place it on your side table or corner
  table that is located diagonally opposite of your
  front door but still facing the door.
• With other Buddhas, avoid placing them on the
  ground or in spots below the soles of your feet.
  This is a sign of disrespect.
• Many Feng Shui would recommend placing it above
  eye level. This is what Ive seen a lot in
  Cambodia as well. This is a position of reverence
  and respect.

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• Students can place a Buddha statue also on their
  desk where they study for it is believed to
  assist the students in reaching their goals. Make
  sure the place you keep it is clean and
  uncluttered.
• Keep a Buddha statue away from places where they
  can see inappropriate sightings or from smelly
  places like a toilet. Do not place a Buddha in
  your kitchen or bathroom.
• Do not place a Buddha near equipment with moving
  parts, motors or electrical outlets. The sounds
  of these items tend to disturb the surrounding
  energy.
• A garden is good place to put your Buddha.
  Especially if you have a meditation Buddha. These
  are in the sitting position with both hands
  placed over the other. The left hand on top over
  the right one.
• So if you follow these basic principles, the
  Buddha will give that positive energy to your
  home and to you.

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