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How did Buddha become such a ubiquitous element in Southern California homes, regardless of ones faith? The figure has become visual shorthand for Zen décor and soothing interior design serenity sold off the shelf. Religious leaders are glad non-Buddhists have embraced the figure, but some followers also wonder whether Buddhamania has gone too far, reducing a sacred symbol to a decorating tchotchke.

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( Bonnie Dain / For The Times )

How did Buddha become such a ubiquitous element in Southern California homes, regardless of ones faith? The figure has become visual shorthand for Zen décor and soothing interior design serenity sold off the shelf. Religious leaders are glad non-Buddhists have embraced the figure, but some followers also wonder whether Buddhamania has gone too far, reducing a sacred symbol to a decorating tchotchke.

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