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2010 BUDDHA CHARMS

Laughing Buddha is also known as Buddha of happiness or Matreiya in Buddhism. Legend has it that nothing would make this Buddha happier to see people's problem, worries and sadness transform into happiness. It is said that his inner smile is so strong that it radiates throughout his entire face. He brings happiness wherever he goes. The Laughing Buddha is a well known symbol of wealth, happiness, innocent and contended joy; just looking at his jolly face will cheer you up. It is believed by rubbing his belly, which is said to contain much wealth, it will bring good luck and prosperity to all in the home and the bigger his round tummy, the more auspicious the image. This wonderfully jolly deity is one of the most beloved of Buddha images he can be seen in almost every Chinese households and restaurants throughout the world. The Laughing Buddha is also known as the buddha of Wealth, usually depicted carrying wealth symbols such as pots of gold, large ingots and a sack believed to contain treasures. He sometimes carry a "wu lou" (gourd), a symbol of good health and longevity.

Joy Lim's Buddha $100.00	Money Buddha $180.00	Buddha with Ruyi $120.00
6 Red Buddhas $120.00	Medicine Buddha $88.00	Compass $25.00
Buddha on Elephant $88.00