» Confused about the difference between what a Buddha is and what a Bodhisattva is? Here’s one way to tell: Bodhisattvas are Earthly beings and are allowed to wear jewels (notice the necklace on this figure), while Buddhas have shunned all Earthly belongings and wear simple robes to show their modesty.

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Confused about the difference between what a Buddha is and what a Bodhisattva is? Here’s one way to tell: Bodhisattvas are Earthly beings and are allowed to wear jewels (notice the necklace on this figure), while Buddhas have shunned all Earthly belongings and wear simple robes to show their modesty.

Head and Torso of a Standing Bodhisattva

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