Tara the Liberator
Tara is a Buddha who represents in particular all enlightened beings’ skillful action, or the means by which they communicate with and guide us according to our ability. Contemplating Tara brings quick results in whatever we want or need. Known as the mother of all Buddhas, she is our mother too, because she awakens and helps fulfil our potential to gain enlightenment.
Visualize in the space before you Tara, manifestation of all positive. Her body is of emerald green light, translucent and radiant.
Her left leg is drawn up signifying complete control over sexual energy, and her right leg is extended indicating she is ready to rise to the aid of all beings. Her left hand is at her heart in the refuge gesture: palm facing outward, thumb and ring finger touching, and the remaining fingers raised.
Her right hand is on her right knee in the gesture of granting sublime realization: palm facing outward, thumb and first finger touching, the remaining fingers pointing down.
In each hand she holds the stem of a blue flower, symbol of the unblocking of the central channel. She is exquisitely beautiful and smiles lovely at you. Her clothing is of celestial silk and her ornaments of precious gems.
Concentrate for some time on the visualization, opening your heart to the energy of Tara’s inexhaustible loving-kindness.
Next, think of your problems, your needs and aims, and make a prayer to Tara from your heart, asking her for help. She responds at once by sending streams of light into you: white light flows from her forehead into yours, eliminating all obstacles and negativity’s of the body; red light light flows from her throat into yours, eliminating all obstacles and negativity’s of your speech; and blue light flows from her heart into your, eliminating all obstacles and negativity’s of the mind. Visualize each of these in turn; really feel you are now completely free of all problems and you have received the inspiration and energy to accomplish your objectives.
Then, Tara comes to the space above your head, facing the same way as you. She dissolves into green light, which descends through the crown of your head to your heart center, the seat of your consciousness. Your mind merges indistinguishably with Tara’s mind and you experience clarity, tranquillity, and bliss.
Remain in this state for as long as possible. When thoughts arise, simply observe them with detactment, judging them neither good or bad, and return your attention to the experience of clarity and bliss.
Dedicate the positive energy you generated to all living beings. that they may attain the great joy of liberation from confusion and suffering.
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