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Maijishan Grotto 133: Prophecy for Rahula

CHINA, Gansu, Tianshui; Song dynasty (960–1279); Clay; H: 3.1 m (Buddha), 1.44 m (Rahula)
These statues are located in the middle of the front chamber. It depicts Sakyamuni Buddha prophesizing that his son, Rahula, will become a Buddha named Seven-Jeweled Flower in a future birth.
　 Sakyamuni Buddha appears tall and solemn as he stands on a lotus pedestal. His right hand is placed softly above Rahula’s head. Rahula joins his palms and stands on the lotus pedestal next to the Buddha.

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