Rje btsun sgrol ma, meaning Venerable mother of liberation), is an important female buddha in buddhism, especially revered in vajrayana buddhism and mahayana buddhism. Tara, wisdom mother of the buddhas, compassionate activity of all the buddhas, tara the rescuer and her many aspects In buddhism, tara is a savior deity (savioress) who liberates souls from suffering She is recognized as a bodhisattva (essence of enlightenment) in mahayana buddhism and as a buddha and the mother of buddhas in esoteric buddhism, particularly vajrayana buddhism (also known as tibetan buddhism). In tibetan buddhism, green tara —known in sanskrit as tārā—stands out as the swift‑acting goddess of compassion, revered for her power to relieve fears, grant protection, and guide practitioners toward freedom.
In truth, she is the embodiment of our true nature, wisdom and compassion Meditating on tara helps us awaken to our innate buddha nature and cultivate her virtuous qualities Although she comes in many forms, she is typically depicted with a beautiful appearance, smiling, and adorned with a crown. The practice of tara meditation is common among tibetan buddhists, and her image is frequently found in temples and homes Devotees engage in rituals and prayers dedicated to tara, seeking her blessings for protection, guidance, and the alleviation of suffering. Without compassionate activity, the bodhisattva mission is only an aspiration
This is one reason tara is called “the mother of all the buddhas.” it is also the reason tara is universally adored. Explore the history and importance of the buddhist deity tara to gain context for your tara meditation practice.
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