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In beautiful redwood finish, the Happy Buddhas are a perfect example of the many different representations of Maitreya Buddha. There are several buudha, and one will be chosen for you.
Descriptions of the buddhas:
- Standing with money bag and a gold ingot This is the most common representation of Maitreya Buddha, symbolizing happiness and good fortune.
- Sitting Bag of Gold slung over the shoulder This is another very popular image of Maitreya also symbolizing happiness and good fortune.
- Holding up a large gold ingot in both hands This is a very popular symbol in Chinese culture, believed to bring wealth and riches to a household.
- Sitting with travel stick and hat This is a very popular good fortune symbol.
- Reaching out with one hand in celebration. This joyous piece symbolizes happiness, laughter and celebration.
- A fan in one hand and a wu lou in the other. This symbolizes good health and longevity. A wave of that fan is believed to discard any misfortune you may have. The wu lou or gourd absorbs bad chi that causes illness and bad health.
