Pure copper Guan Gong Statue – Guan Yu: The God of War and Wealth

Guan Yu (160–220 AD), a legendary general from China’s Three Kingdoms period, is revered both as a martial deity and a symbol of prosperity. Historically known for his loyalty, righteousness, and military prowess in serving Liu Bei, he was posthumously deified over centuries, merging Confucian, Buddhist, and Daoist traditions. By the Ming and Qing dynasties, he emerged as Wu Cai Shen (God of War and Wealth), embodying virtues crucial to business ethics: integrity, trustworthiness, and protection.

In Chinese culture, Guan Yu’s red-faced, green-robed statue—holding the “Guandao” blade—is commonly enshrined in homes, temples, and businesses. Entrepreneurs honor him to attract fortune and deter dishonesty, believing his spirit fosters fair dealings and shields against misfortune. His dual role bridges martial honor and commercial success, reflecting the Confucian ideal that moral integrity underpins material achievement.

Festivals and rituals, such as burning incense on his lunar birthday (24th day of the 6th month), highlight his enduring influence. Beyond religion, Guan Yu symbolizes communal unity, appearing in literature, opera, and modern media. As globalization spreads Chinese traditions, his legacy as a warrior-sage and ethical guardian resonates worldwide, blending ancient values with contemporary aspirations.

Pure Copper Guan Gong Statue

Crafted from pure copper, these statues depict Guan Yu, the revered warrior-deity, wielding his iconic Green Dragon Blade. Symbolizing loyalty, wealth, and protection, they are prized in Feng Shui for attracting prosperity and deterring negativity. Commonly placed in homes, businesses, or temples, their intricate details honor traditional craftsmanship and cultural legacy.

Sangharama Bodhisattva

In Chinese Buddhism, Sangharama Bodhisattva (伽蓝菩萨) refers to guardian deities of monasteries. Historically, the term became associated with Guan Yu (关公), the revered Three Kingdoms general, who was posthumously adopted as a protector of Buddhist temples during the Sui-Tang dynasties. Symbolizing loyalty, justice, and spiritual defense, his veneration blends Buddhist ethics with Chinese cultural heroism.