{"product_id":"sri-swaminathan-9cm-handcrafted-panchaloha-dakshinamurti-gurubagavan-statue","title":"Sri Swaminathan \u0026 Co Handcrafted Panchaloha Dakshinamurti Gurubagavan Statue (4 Inch)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #5a3e1b; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #5a3e1b; margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eSri Swaminathan \u0026amp; Co · Since 1973 · Sacred Trust\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #7a5c1e; letter-spacing: 0.06em; margin-top: 0; font-style: italic;\"\u003eInviting the Silent Wisdom, Guru Grace, and Absolute Knowledge of Lord Shiva Into Your Space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-style: italic; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eSacred Five-Metal Blend · Traditional Holy Guru Silhouette · 9 cm Altar Scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 60%; margin: 16px auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003eWelcome this extraordinarily peaceful, high-vibration, and spiritually anchoring \u003cstrong\u003ePanchaloha Dakshinamurti Gurubagavan Statue\u003c\/strong\u003e into the heart of your home temple space. Hand-sculpted in our historical heritage city of \u003cstrong\u003eKumbakonam\u003c\/strong\u003e using the time-honoured Chola lost-wax casting ritual, this holy icon is cast from the authentic five-metal alloy known as \u003cstrong\u003eAimpon\u003c\/strong\u003e. Following strict scriptural mandates, our master sthapathis melt pure copper, zinc, and tin together, enriching the red-hot liquid crucible with a dedicated \u003cstrong\u003epinch of real silver and gold\u003c\/strong\u003e. Weighing a highly substantial \u003cstrong\u003e360 grams approx.\u003c\/strong\u003e for its compact 9 cm height profile, this solid, museum-quality masterpiece provides a heavy, permanent spiritual presence built to handle generations of daily ritual water, milk, and honey bathings (\u003cem\u003eAbishekam\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 40%; margin: 16px auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eThe Puranic Wisdom \u0026amp; Spiritual Majesty of Dakshinamurti\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote style=\"background-color: #f5ead8; border-left: 4px solid #c9a84c; margin: 20px 0; padding: 16px 20px; color: #5a3e1b; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eLord \u003cstrong\u003eDakshinamurti\u003c\/strong\u003e is the magnificent, supreme manifestation of Lord Shiva as the cosmic teacher of ultimate knowledge, yoga, music, and scripture. Facing the auspicious South (\u003cem\u003eDakshina\u003c\/em\u003e), the Lord did not teach through loud, complex lectures. Instead, he sat under a sacred Banyan tree (\u003cem\u003eVata Vriksha\u003c\/em\u003e) and dissolved the deepest doubts of the greatest sages through \u003cstrong\u003eJnana Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e — the absolute power of divine silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eHaving this holy image on your altar or study desk acts as an unyielding anchor for mental focus, intellect, and clarity. It honours Lord Guru, making it a vital presence for children during study hours, professionals seeking clear decisions, and devotees wishing to dissolve spiritual confusion and planetary hurdles from their family lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 40%; margin: 16px auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eReading the Divine Iconography: Pose, Hands \u0026amp; Surrounding Figures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003eOur master Kumbakonam sthapathis have chiselled this solid \u003cem\u003eAimpon\u003c\/em\u003e icon with absolute scriptural perfection to reflect the true, real look of temple sanctum carvings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Supreme Seated Posture (\u003cem\u003eVirasan \/ Lalitasana\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Lord is seated beautifully under the invisible canopy of the cosmic banyan tree on an elevated pedestal throne. His left leg is folded gracefully across his right knee, showing absolute yogic poise and internal balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Leg Placement on Apasmara Purusha\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Lord’s right leg steps downwards, firmly \u003cstrong\u003eplacing his foot upon the back of a crouching dwarf known as Apasmara\u003c\/strong\u003e. In our puranic heritage, \u003cem\u003eApasmara\u003c\/em\u003e represents the personification of human ignorance, blind ego, and lazy thoughts. By keeping his foot steadily pressed down on this figure, Dakshinamurti shows his devotees that he is constantly subduing and conquering the dark forces of ignorance inside our minds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sages Seated on Either Side\u003c\/strong\u003e — sitting humbly right at the base on either side of the Lord’s feet are two elderly, bearded figures with their hands folded in deep prayer. These are the \u003cstrong\u003esacred Sanakadi Rishis (Sanaka and Sanatana)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ancient mind-born sons of Brahma who travelled the universe in search of truth and finally found absolute enlightenment sitting at the feet of the silent Guru.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHis Four Arms \u0026amp; Sacred Items\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deity branches out into four beautifully balanced arms, holding powerful attributes to govern wisdom:\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Front Right Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e — maintained right at his chest in the beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eJnana Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCin Mudra\u003c\/em\u003e), where the index finger touches the thumb to form a perfect circle, signifying the merging of the individual soul with the supreme cosmic divine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper Right Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e — holds a small, creeping \u003cstrong\u003eAgni (Sacred Flame)\u003c\/strong\u003e or axe, representing the absolute light of knowledge that burns away raw illusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper Left Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e — grips a winding \u003cstrong\u003eNaga (Serpent)\u003c\/strong\u003e, signifying his total command over cosmic energies and Kundalini power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Left Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e — holds the \u003cstrong\u003eSacred Palm-Leaf Manuscript Bundle\u003c\/strong\u003e, resting gently on his knee to show he is the ultimate source and keeper of the holy scriptures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 40%; margin: 16px auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eClearing the Doubt: Can We Keep This Icon Inside Our Home Altar?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003eDevotees frequently wonder if it is spiritually safe to place a Dakshinamurti icon inside a household layout, thinking that meditative or severe forms of Lord Shiva belong only in public temples. \u003cstrong\u003eYou can welcome and worship this Panchaloha statue inside your home pooja room with 100% complete peace of mind.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003eWhile massive stone icons meant for rigorous public temple rituals (\u003cem\u003eUgra Moorthies\u003c\/em\u003e) are kept out of private houses, this beautifully proportioned \u003cstrong\u003e9 cm compact icon\u003c\/strong\u003e is cast explicitly as a \u003cem\u003eGruha\u003c\/em\u003e (household size) icon. He brings no severe or harsh energies; rather, he acts as a gentle, quiet teacher who brings deep mental peace, stability, and protective guidance to your family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Definitely Have Him?\u003c\/strong\u003e — highly recommended for households with school and college-going students to inspire sharp concentration, memory retention, and academic success. Equally vital for professionals, managers, and decision-makers who need cool-headed logic, as well as anyone looking to balance a weak Guru planetary position in their horoscope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e — face the idol toward the North or East in your pooja room, or place him on your study desk facing you directly as you sit and work or read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 40%; margin: 16px auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #5a3e1b; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003eDimension \u0026amp; Technical Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003eImperial (inches)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5ead8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Assembly Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9.0 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e3.54 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fdf6ec;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Front Assembly Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e2.55 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5ead8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquare Base Plate Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e1.77 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fdf6ec;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Structural Weight (approx.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~360 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e12.69 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5ead8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Metal Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eSacred Five-Metal Panchaloha (Aimpon) — with pinch of gold \u0026amp; silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fdf6ec;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eElevated Pedestal Throne with Apasmara Figure \u0026amp; Sanakadi Rishis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5ead8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eKumbakonam, Tamil Nadu — Chola Lost-Wax Casting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fdf6ec;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #c9a84c; padding: 8px 12px;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e12282\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 40%; margin: 16px auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-style: italic; color: #7a5c1e;\"\u003eWhat you see on this page is the real product — photographed as it is, with no digital editing or AI enhancement. 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