26/01/2026
The story behind the Reclining Gautama Buddha in Thailand 🙏
This image shows a Reclining Buddha, a powerful symbol in Thai Buddhism. It represents Parinirvana — the moment when Gautama Buddha peacefully passed away after reaching full enlightenment and was released from the cycle of suffering and rebirth.
The calm, serene expression reminds us that this moment is not about sadness, but about inner peace, wisdom, and acceptance of impermanence.
In Thailand, Buddha statues are often covered with gold cloth or gold leaf, especially during ceremonies or restorations. Gold symbolizes purity, respect, and devotion, and covering the statue is an act of merit-making to cultivate good karma.
As a Theravāda Buddhist country, Thailand honors key moments of Buddha’s life through such statues, encouraging reflection, letting go, and finding peace within.
A gentle reminder to slow down, release what no longer serves us, and find calm inside 🌼
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