The Lotus of the Buddha’s hand [佛手莲花, 2024]

Mixed Media on Canvas
120cm x 120cm

A Buddha’s hand represents the highest teachings in Buddhism, offering guidance, protection from disasters and banishing evil spirits. The lotus symbolizes the journey from struggle to peace, enlightenment, and detachment from worldly concerns. According to Buddhism, when wisdom is attained, the Buddha’s nature is seen in blooming flowers just like the lotus. The serene and calm state of mind, like the lotus, manifests the Buddha’s nature. This artwork signifies spiritual engagement and inner peace. Observing the butterfly resting on the lotus, it shows one’s path to enlightenment, and soon after the flower will start to bloom.

一只佛手象征佛祖之无上法相，更有指点迷津，挡灾除魔之意，一朵莲花象征由烦恼至清静，是开悟、自在不染凡尘的象征。

佛教说“花开见佛性”当修行者达到一定智慧的境界时，莲花就会开。因为有了莲的心境，就会显现佛性。

这幅作品代表着此人正在修行，已达到清静的心境因为舞蝶已经靠在了莲花上，此人正在开悟中。相信过不久的时间里花将会开。