'Awakening of Enlightenment' Reversible Sitting Buddha and Lotus Flower Pendant with Words of Compassion, Peace and Love in Sterling Silver by Zoe and Piper, #7448 As gifted at the GBK Golden Globes Gift Lounge! This beautiful ''Awakening of Enlightenment'' pendant features the silhouette of a buddha sitting within a lotus flower. Words of compassion are delicately engraved across the body of the buddha, who is nestled in a 3 dimensional lotus flower. Inspiring words encompass the entire reverse of the buddha, so you can wear this pendant on either side. Compassion, Karma, Peace, Love, Kindness, Respect and Tranquility - words to inspire each of us. Buddha comes from the Sanskrit root 'budh', meaning to awaken. Anyone who has become enlightened or fully awakened to the true nature of things is considered a Buddha. The important function of a Buddha is to act as a teacher and to lead others. Buddhists liken the unfolding of the lotus petals to the unfolding of the divine within the human self. The closed bloom represents the heart with its infinite potential for enlightenment; the open blossom represents the enlightened self. In Buddhism the lotus blossom represents a heart opening. The lotus flower blooms on the surface of water, with its roots deep below in mud - making it a symbol of light and beauty emerging from darkness. This buddha and lotus flower pendant measures 1'' long x 5/8'' wide and is crafted of solid sterling silver. Handcrafted in the US. Zoe and Piper is proud to donate a portion of their proceeds to select animal sanctuaries and advocacy groups. Visit our Zoe and Piper Storefront to view our entire collection of jewelry we currently offer. We carefully pack your jewelry piece in a kraft jewelry box suitable for gift giving.