The Buddha Statue signifies the "Enlightened One," the basic idol of Buddhism. Buddhism conveys the philosophy of self-perfection - its essentials are contained in the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path.
Buddhism adheres to various "scriptures." Buddhists hold the Pali Canon to be the oldest and most authoritative "scripture." The Four Noble Truths affirm that (i) life is full of suffering (dukkha); (ii) suffering is caused by craving (samudaya); (iii) suffering will cease only when craving ceases (nirodha); and (iv) this can be achieved by following the Noble Eightfold Path.
Generally, the Path consists of right views, right aspiration, right speech, right conduct, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right contemplation.
Other Buddhist philosophies include;
- the belief that nothing in life is permanent (anicca),
- that individual selves do not truly exist (anatta)
- that all is determined by an impersonal law of moral causation (karma)
- that reincarnation is an endless cycle of continuous suffering
- that the goal of life is to break out of this cycle by finally extinguishing the flame of life and entering a permanent state of pure nonexistence (nirvana).
The chubby, gentle, wise, elephant-headed Ganesh, or Ganesha, is one of Hinduisms most popular deities.
Ganesh is the remover of obstacles, the deity whom worshippers first acknowledge when they visit a temple. Ganesh is also patron of letters and of learning;
Ganesh is traditionally prayed to for assistance in overcoming obstacles and achieving prosperity. The perfect gift for a student, someone starting a new business or anyone needing support through difficult times.
