Thai gold gilt and silver Buddha

A finely made thai  buddha  with golden brass body and silver robe standing on the lotus flower

Contemplating Buddha" (Paang Rum Peung) stands with hands resting across the chest, the right hand covering the left, on the heart charka. The pose implies a complete spiritual transformation. A benevolent tranquility expresses the equanimity obtained through Vipassana meditation. The meditative practice develops clear seeing by training the faculties through direct experience.