Niangben China, b. 1971
Manjushri Bodhisattva, transliterated as Manjushri,meaning wonderful merits, amazing auspiciousness,moving music, and the prince of dharma. It has deep relationship with the prajna classics, so it is called the Great Wisdom Manjushri Bodhisattva. Manjushri Bodhisattva is a symbol of great wisdom, which can develop wisdom and improve understanding, especially helping children succeed in their studies, officials and merchants increasing wealth and happiness. Manjushri Bodhisattva was one of the supporting bodhisattvas of Sakyamuni. With a purple-gold body and a body-shape like a boy, Manjushri Bodhisattva, also known as the Prince of Dharma, is a symbol of wisdom. With a five-haired crown, holding the vajra sword in his right hand (indicating the benefit of wisdom), it is able to slay demons and cut off all troubles. Manjushri Bodhisattva holds a green lotus flower in his left hand and a vajra-like sutra scroll on the flower, symbolizing the supreme wisdom possessed. It rides a lion, indicating wisdom and might.