Buddhism Happy Laughing Maitreya Buddha Statue Figurine 9" - Vintage NewMaitreya, "The Friendly and Benevolent One" or "One Who Possesses Loving kindness" is widely adored by the Chinese Buddhists for his willingness to grant help to those who direct their minds towards him. He is also known as Ajita, 'the Unconquered' and ranks equal with the other great Bodhisattvas such as Avalokitesvara, Manjusri, Samanthabadra, Mahasthamaprata and Ksitigarbha. As the next Buddha to be he alone enjoys the distinction of being the only