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The face of the buddha carved from a Bodhi Tree or sacred fig (ficus religiosa).

The Bodhi Tree: A Living Symbol of Awakening

Posted on June 22, 2025 by

Buddhist practitioners around the world revere the Bodhi Tree as a living symbol of awakening. The majestic fig that sits today at the heart of the Mahabodhi Temple complex in Bodh Gaya marks the spot where Siddhartha Gautama became the Buddha over 2,500 years ago. This tree is believed to be a direct descendent of… Read more »