White tara意思

"White Tara" (Skt. Sita Tara, Tib. སྤྲས་ཀླུ་མོ་མཉའ་བོ་, Wyl. sPyan rGyal Mā) is a form of the bodhisattva Tara, who is a female deity in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly in the Vajrayana tradition. The term "White Tara" refers to her color, which symbolizes purity, compassion, and the healing of spiritual and physical ailments.

White Tara is often depicted as having seven eyes—the usual two in the eyes, and an additional eye on her forehead, palms, and soles of her feet—symbolizing her ability to see the suffering of the world and her compassion for all beings. She is also known as the "Mother of Infinite Light" and is associated with long life, healing, and protection.

In Tibetan Buddhism, White Tara is revered for her ability to grant wishes, to bestow health and longevity, and to protect against illness and misfortune. She is often the focus of meditation and prayer, particularly in the context of the White Tara Sadhana, a set of practices designed to invoke her blessings and to cultivate the qualities of compassion and loving-kindness.

White Tara is a popular deity in Buddhist art, often depicted in a peaceful, meditative pose, with a serene expression and a white complexion. She is usually shown seated, with one leg folded and the other hanging down, signifying her readiness to help those in need. In her hands, she holds various symbols, such as a lotus flower, a bowl of jewels, or a book, which represent different aspects of her qualities and activities.