☸Who is Green Tara☸
🕉 तारे तुत्तारे तुरे स्वाहा
Om Tāre Tuttāre Ture Svāhā
Tārā (Tibetan: Dölma / Sgrol-ma) means “She who liberates” — the swift saviouress embodying compassion in action.
In Tibetan Buddhism, she is one of the most revered female Bodhisattvas, considered a manifestation of the enlightened activity of all Buddhas.
Among her many forms, Green Tara is the most dynamic — associated with quick assistance, removing obstacles, granting protection, and fostering courage.
Historical Background☸
Tara’s veneration has roots in Mahayana and Vajrayana traditions, with textual references dating back to ancient India and Nepal.
By the 7th–8th centuries, Tara’s tantric practices became central in Tibet after translators and Buddhist masters brought Tara Tantras from India.
She is called the
☸“Mother of Liberation” — actively rescuing beings from the “Eight Great Fears” (lions, elephants, fire, snakes, thieves, imprisonment, floods, and demons).
☸Symbolism of Green Tara
Color: Green represents enlightened activity and vitality.
Posture☸
One leg extended (ready to act), one folded — symbolizing balance between meditation and action.
Mudras☸
Right hand in Varada Mudra (granting blessings).
Left hand in Abhaya Mudra (protection and fearlessness), often holding a blue lotus (Utpala).
☸Mantra:
Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha
— recited for removing obstacles, fear, and danger, and for swift assistance.
☸Tara Tantra – Practice & Significance
Tara Tantra texts outline both short sadhanas and extensive tantric rituals for Green Tara.
☸ Practices involve
1. Visualization — imagining Tara in her divine form.
2. Mantra Recitation — focusing on sound vibration for transformation.
3. Meditative Absorption — integrating compassion and wisdom.
4. Ritual Offerings — to cultivate merit and positive karma.
Tara practices are part of Kriya Tantra or higher tantra classes in Vajrayana, often requiring empowerment (wang) from a qualified Lama before advanced practice.
☸Sacred Stories & Cultural Role
In Tibetan and Himalayan culture, Green Tara is believed to respond instantly to the sincere call of devotees.
She is invoked not only in monasteries but also by lay practitioners for everyday protection and success.
☸ Benefits of Green Tara Practice (Traditional Perspective)
1. Removal of Obstacles — in spiritual practice and worldly affairs.
2. Fearlessness, facing challenges with courage.
3. Compassion in Action, merging wisdom with service.
4. Swift Protection, especially during crises
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