Walk into any house or restaurant today and you are most likely to be welcomed by the ubiquitous “Laughing Buddha”. It is popularly believed that the Laughing Buddha brings joy, wealth and peace of mind to the house or office where it is placed. So if you already have a Laughing Buddha at your home or plan to bring one to your home, then here is what you need to know…
Why is he called the Laughing Buddha…?
The name comes from the fact that the Laughing Buddha always appears to be happy with a broad and sumptuous smile on the face. The Laughing Buddha is dressed in flowing robes and wears beads on his neck which basically signifies prosperity, abundance and good luck. The Laughing Buddha is always bald and that is why the image of the Laughing Buddha also conjures up pictures of deep and age-old wisdom. The idol of the Laughing Buddha is also found with a big tummy which is again an embodiment of abundance and prosperity. Overall, the idol of Laughing Buddha embodies abundance, prosperity and wisdom as well as his magnanimity and large-heartedness to share this prosperity with the place where he is housed.
Different forms of the Laughing Buddha and what it signifies…
Whenever you see the Laughing Buddha at any place, you will see him in different postures and each of these postures has a different significance.
•The seated Laughing Buddha surrounded by 5 children normally signifies all-round blessings including fecundity. This Laughing Buddha is seen wearing a necklace of beads and also carrying a small bag in his hand. The necklace represents the pearls of wisdom to dispel darkness from the house. The bag represents riches and prosperity.
•A very common image of the laughing image that you will find in restaurants and shops is the standing Buddha with both hands raised and holding golden balls. The wealth ball is meant to act as a magnet to attract prosperity. You must get this idol if you are looking at success in your business venture.
•Other than the golden Buddha above, there is also the brown Laughing Buddha with both hands raised and clasped together. This idol is also holding a bowl which symbolizes prosperity. The Laughing Buddha with a bowl above the head signifies the person’s openness to embrace material and intellectual prosperity.
•Then there is the reclining Laughing Buddha holding a fan in his hand. This fan represents mental calm and inspires people not to worry about problems they have to encounter. This Laughing Buddha is especially useful where the persons in the house are going through mental turmoil. This idol is believed to bring positive energy, good thoughts and peace of mind.
•The other common idol of the Laughing Buddha you will get to see is the Laughing Buddha with a broad smile and wearing a large hat on the head. This is supposed to represent light-heartedness and symbolizes happiness and health. Generally, when there are hold people in the house, this idol is supposed to maintain the balance of good health and a peaceful mind.
The above are the most popular forms of the Laughing Buddha. As we said, each of the postures has a unique significance and you can select the specific attribute that you require. Of course, in general, all Laughing Buddha idols do represent peace, happiness and prosperity.
Did you know this interest snippet about the Laughing Buddha?
One thing you cannot miss about the Laughing Buddha is the sumptuous stomach and the big smile. But did you know that if you keep a Laughing Buddha in the house you are expected to tickle the tummy of the Laughing Buddha idol daily. Hence it is important that the idol is not too small as that will make it difficult to tickle the tummy of the Laughing Buddha. It is believed that if you tickle the tummy of the idol daily then the Laughing Buddha will see to it that all your wishes are granted. Above all, ensure that the idol of the Laughing Buddha is always kept clean without dust. It is believed that if dust and dirt settles on the Laughing Buddha then it stops being effective.
