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Tara is a female Buddha typically associated with Buddhist Tantra practice. She is regarded as a Bodhisattva of compassion and mercy. She is the female aspect of Avalokitesvara (Chenrizig in Tibet), the Lord of Compassion. Compassion and kindness are revered characteristics in Buddhist practice because they must be cultivated in order to achieve enlightenment. An enlightened being who has an altruistic mindset and has forgone their own ascension in order to help all sentient beings become enlightened is called a Bodhisattva. |
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In one origin story of Tara the Lord of Compassion was attempting to liberate all beings from suffering. He became so discouraged that two eyes opened at the back of his head and tears began to fall. From these tears it is said that two Taras were born. Green Tara comforted the Lord of Compassion and vowed to help by removing obstacles from the paths of sentient beings and clearing their path to enlightenment. White Tara committed to help sentient beings by increasing their fortunes and prolonging their lives. From then on, with the assistance of the two Taras, it because easier for sentient beings to receive blessings and achieve enlightenment. Tara is considered the Mother of the Tibetan people and the Mother of the Buddhas. There are 21 aspects of Tara in all. Some consider Green Tara to be the original manifestation of Tara, and from her all the other emanations evolved. She is known as the Mother of Mercy and Compassion and is the source of the female aspect of the universe. She offers support and protection from all the unfortunate circumstances and fears humans might encounter in what Buddhists refer to as the samaric world. Green Tara is depicted as youthful, beautiful, serene and emerald green in color. Here are a few other emanations:
Devotees of Tara meditate on her image to cultivate compassion while chanting a mantra that is special to her. Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha Om is the beginning syllable. Tare means that Tara can rescue us from the ceaseless round of cyclic existence. Tuttare means that Tara can rescue us from our fears and character defects. Ture means that she has the power to heal us from chronic diseases. Soha is the last syllable of the mantra as Om is the beginning. It is believed that by repeating this mantra you can extend your life, alleviate your fear, and help you overcome obstacles, even, as one of my Buddhist friends claims, help you find a parking space! Tara reminds us that each one of us is on our own journey through the samsaric world. We each have our struggles, concerns, fears and worries. By developing compassion and mercy for all beings and exhibiting tolerance we can help each other to live in greater harmony and bring peace to the world. Please take time to view the complimentary PowerPoint presentation. To take advantage of the entire PowerPoint presentation that was presented at the In Her Name Circle on the Goddess Tara, please click on the download link for the PowerPoint with audio.
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