Japan’s Laughing Buddha Hotei is merging into Santa Claus – both are roly-poly sacred figures with a bag of gifts
As Christmas approaches, children in many parts of the world look forward to a visit from the potbellied Santa Claus, who ...
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What Happened to the Central Cocoanut Neighborhood's Laughing Buddha During the Hurricanes?
After surviving Hurricanes Helene and Milton and getting a golden makeover, Sarasota’s Laughing Buddha will soon be back in ...
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Why do we keep Laughing Buddha at home? Know its benefits
You know what a Laughing Buddha is when you see it, in fact—if you’ve grown up in the 2000s or earlier, you’ve definitely seen it. If there’s been a weird guy sitting with a permanently ...
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Why do we keep Laughing Buddha at home? Know its benefits
The Laughing Buddha statue is a common sight in many homes. It represents prosperity and happiness. Many believe it brings good fortune and wealth. The statue is said to absorb negative energy.
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Japan’s Laughing Buddha Hotei is merging into Santa Claus – both are roly-poly sacred figures with a bag of gifts
Children playing with Hotei. Artist Kano Tanyu via Wikimedia Commons Some texts even identify Hotei as a buddha. Buddhism teaches that there were multiple buddhas in the past, and there will be ...