| Content | A reclining or sleeping pose of Buddha is one of the most poignant ones; it depicts the last moments of Gautam Buddha’s mortal life before he achieved Nirvana or freedom from the cycle of rebirth. However, it is not meant to induce gloom; in fact, the reclining Buddha is supposed to be an encouragement to people for seeking internal harmony. This form of Buddha must always face West to represent his imminent death and should recline to the right. | A reclining or sleeping pose of Buddha is one of the most poignant ones; it depicts the last moments of Gautam Buddha’s mortal life before he achieved Nirvana or freedom from the cycle of rebirth. However, it is not meant to induce gloom; in fact, the reclining Buddha is supposed to be an encouragement to people for seeking internal harmony. This form of Buddha must always face West to represent his imminent death and should recline to the right. | |
