Manjushri is the bodhisattva of keen awareness in Buddhism.  A disciple of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni, he represents wisdom, intelligence and realization, and is one of the most popular Bodhisattvas following Avalokitesvara. 

A male Bodhisattva, Manjusri is depicted brandishing the  sword of wisdom and light in his right hand, representing his realization of wisdom which cuts through ignorance and wrong views.  The scripture held in his left on the lotus is the Prajnaparamita, representing his attainment of ultimate realization and enlightenment. Variations upon his traditional form as Manjusri include Guhya-Manjusri, Guhya-Manjuvajra, and Manjuswari, most of which are Tantric forms associated with Tibetan Buddhism.  His left hand is in Jnana Mudra (teaching pose).  His robe is incised with floral motifs and he is seated on a double Lotus base.