The laughing Buddha is also known as the 'fat-bellied Buddha'. These are Chinese-Buddhist deities of wealth, prosperity and luck. The Chinese name is Pu-Tai-Ho-Shang. A laughing Buddha represents happiness, joy, success, prosperity and prosperity.

The laughing Buddha is also known as the Maitreya Buddha, or the Buddha of the future. This is a symbol of happiness, kindness and innocent joy.

He could bring great wealth and he was the patron saint of goldsmiths in ancient China. His round belly is considered a bodily representation of luck and wealth. Whoever rubs his belly once a day would increase his chances of fortune.