Lapis, from the surface to the abyss

1 · Surface

The Medicine Buddha

Who he is, where he comes from, what his texts say and what science says. To understand him in a few minutes, even if you know nothing about Buddhism.

Who is he? · 27 ancient texts · History · Science

2 · Light

Art & music

365 statues and paintings from museums around the world, quotations from the sutras, videos and chants. A pleasure for the eyes and ears.

Works · Quotations · Videos and chants

3 · Clear waters

Places & practice

The temples where you can see him, the days he is celebrated, retreats and courses to practise. Useful if you travel or want to learn.

Places by country · Festivals · Retreats and courses

4 · Deep blue

Catalogue

Nearly 2,000 chosen objects: statues, paintings, malas, books, altar objects. Each entry shows the object and takes you straight to the seller.

Chosen objects, bought from the seller.

Statues · Paintings · Malas · Books

5 · Twilight

Labels

Places, projects, works and shops that Lapis has checked, with their written consent. Each label says what was checked and when. To choose with confidence.

Three free labels · Evidence · Date

6 · Deep waters

Causes worth knowing

46 very transparent charities: homeless, ill or disabled people, global health, education, poverty, nature and animals. To know where to give, if you wish.

46 charities · Public accounts