WORLD RELIGIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -In Buddhism, the “Bodhisattva” (Snskt) is one who has realized enlightenment, or “nirvana, ‘’ but out of compassion for the suffering of sentient beings has deliberately resolved to delay reaching final nirvana, complete release from samsaric rebirth, in order to aid others in achieving enlightenment.

Detailed explanation-2: -Second, a person who attains Nirvana is known as an arhat. Third, someone who has the ability to attain Nirvana, but delays it in order to help others is a bodhisattva.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who postpone their own salvation in order to help others achieve enlightenment. This bodhisattva emanates a sense of calm, peace, and compassion. The sculpture dates from the 3rd – 4th century and is carved from stone.