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Jade Buddha Takes Shape

Dinner with Lama Zopa Rinpoche

Share a rare moment with our precious Lama Zopa Rinpoche at a special fundraising event in Sydney.

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Jade Buddha named by Lama Zopa

The Jade Buddha has been given a name by Lama Zopa Rinpoche: Jade Buddha for Universal Peace.

Jade Buddha Milestones

Late April 2008: Carving of the Jade Buddha to be reviewed.
Early May 2008: Final touches to carving complete.
Mid May 2008: Polishing of Jade Buddha complete.
Late May 2008: Jade Buddha trucked to Bangkok for shipment.
October 2008: Proposed unveiling with Lama Zopa Rinpoche.

The Jade Buddha Project

The Jade Buddha Project is one of the largest and most magnificent Buddhas ever carved from gemstone-quality true jade. The Buddha, including lotus and throne will be nearly 3.5 metres (11.4 feet) tall. The Jade Buddha will be carved from one great boulder known as “Polar Pride”. It will be a wonder of the world.

Lama Zopa Rinpoche has said “It will illuminate the world and bring inconceivable peace and happiness and help prevent the destruction that is happening so much in the world, including war.” The Buddha inside the Mahabodhi Stupa in Bodh Gaya (India) is the model for the Great Jade Buddha. This Buddha was chosen because it is universally recognised by all Buddhists.

The Jade Buddha will be toured to major cities in Asia and Australia before being set up in a Dragon Shrine next to The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Bendigo, Australia.

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