Item MD-Z57

Purple Lotus Zafu Meditation Cushion

Name: Purple Lotus Zafu Meditation Cushion
Brand: Buddha Groove
SKU: MD-Z57
Price: 64.00 USD
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Round zafu meditation cushion topped with an embroidered lotus. The lotus has long been associated with awakening — rising through murky water to open in clear light. Sit cross-legged on it during practice, or set it at the foot of the bed as the anchor of a home meditation corner. A grounded gift for anyone building a sitting practice.

Details

Design: A round, gusseted zafu in deep plum chenille, embroidered on top with an abstract eight-petaled lotus outlined in cream thread. Pleated sides give it a plush, gently rounded silhouette
Size: About 16 inches across and 5 inches high; weighs approximately 6 pounds
Material: Chenille cover with a separate buckwheat hull insert
Included: Removable cover and separate buckwheat hull insert
Care: Spot clean the cover as needed. Keep in a dry space to preserve the buckwheat filling
Origin: Cover made in India; insert hulls harvested in the USA
Note: Handcrafted, so slight variations in design and color are normal and make each cushion one of a kind

Meaning & Intention

The lotus stitched into this zafu is one of the oldest images of awakening — a flower that pushes up through mud to open, unstained, in the light. Sitting with that image is a small vow: to rise through distraction toward clarity without waiting for conditions to be right first.

Rendered as an eight-petaled star rather than a literal bloom, the motif echoes sacred geometry, where repeating points suggest wholeness radiating from a still center.

The zafu itself holds meaning beyond function. Traditionally used in Zen practice, its rounded form supports the body so the mind is free to settle into unfolding.

Essence & Elements

Intention: Peace, balance, grounding, clarity

Ideal for: Seated meditation, yoga practice, or floor seating in a home altar or meditation corner

Suggested mantra: I rise, unstained

Symbol: Lotus

Questions & Guidance

How is a zafu meant to be used?

It lifts and tilts the hips slightly forward, which helps align the spine for cross-legged sitting. The extra height eases pressure on the knees and lower back during longer sessions.

Do I need to be experienced with meditation to use it?

No. The steady lift makes cross-legged sitting easier for beginners and more sustainable for long-time practitioners. New sitters often find they can stay still longer without shifting.

Can I adjust the firmness?

Yes. Because the buckwheat insert is separate from the cover, you can add or remove hulls to fine-tune the height and firmness that suits your body.

Where should I place it at home?

Anywhere that invites a pause — the foot of the bed, a reading corner, or a dedicated meditation space. A visible cushion tends to draw you toward the practice.