Awakening of Enlightenment Buddha Necklace with Lotus Flower and Words of Compassion, Peace and Love in Sterling Silver on an 18" Oxidized Round Box Chain by Zoe and Piper, #7427 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 lotus flower. Inspiring words encompass the back of this buddha necklace as well. Compassion, Karma, Peace, Love, Kindness, Respect and Tranquility - words to inspire each of us. 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. This Zoe and Piper exclusive pendant by Zoe + Piper Jewelry Designs is part of our ' Jewelry with a Conscience ' charity line, which donates a portion of the proceeds to selected animal sanctuary groups and animal advocacy groups. This buddha and lotus flower pendant measures 1'' long x 5/8'' wide, is crafted of solid sterling silver, and is suspended from an 18" sterling silver oxidized round box chain. Made in the USA. As gifted at the GBK Golden Globes Gift Lounge