This is Amitabha, the Buddha of Infinite Light, an important figure in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, including Bhutanese Buddhism. Amitabha is associated with the western Pure Land, known as Sukhavati, a realm of bliss where beings can be reborn and progress toward enlightenment. He is depicted here with red skin, a serene expression, and holding a begging bowl, signifying his role as a symbol of compassion and boundless light. Amitabha is particularly revered in Bhutan for guiding practitioners toward liberation and enlightenment.
