The Jade Buddha for Universal Peace is one of the largest and most magnificent Buddhas ever carved from gemstone-quality true jade. The Buddha, including lotus and throne will be nearly 3.5 metres (11.4 feet) tall. The Jade Buddha has been carved from one great boulder known as “Polar Pride”. It is a wonder of the world.
Lama Zopa Rinpoche has said “It will illuminate the world and bring inconceivable peace and happiness and help prevent the destruction that is happening so much in the world, including war.” The Buddha inside the Mahabodhi Stupa in Bodh Gaya (India) is the model for the Great Jade Buddha. This Buddha was chosen because it is universally recognised by all Buddhists.The Jade Buddha is on tour throughout major cities in Asia and Australia before being set up at The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Bendigo, Australia.
Source: http://www.jadebuddha.org.au/en/
