Bodhisattva Manjushri

Bodhisattva  Manjushri

Palau Dynasty,10th Century AD,National Museum, New Delhi

            The Palate dynasty were great patrons of art and architecture. The largest stupa was built under them and can be found in what is today called Bangladesh. They patronised both Buddhism and Hinduism. The figures in their sculptures are tallish, slim, graceful and serene. In their simplicity and elegance and tranquility they carry the tradition of Gutta art. 

           Bodhisattva are Buddhist figures who forgo Nirvana in order to save the people from their miseries. We all are innate Bodhisattvas.  The need is merely to take on salvation of others on our shoulders.