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In Buddhism, Tara is a female manifestation of peace and enlightening wisdom. There are 21 different forms, all called Tara, in all the colors of the rainbow, such as Green Tara and White Tara, the deities of motherhood and action, respectively. In these two favored forms, she sits on a throne of lotus and moon, and when she extends a leg, it signifies her readiness for action. Tara literally means savior. In Buddhism, Tara is an emanation of the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara. She arose from tears shed by Avalokitesvara out of compassion for all beings. Tara is therefore, above all, the essence (deity) of compassion. She is the mother of the Tibetan people and is known as a pious queen or consort. Invoke her or take her mandala, and she will come flying to help.
Buddhism is a philosophical and religious movement that, according to tradition, was founded by Gautama Buddha. The goal of Buddhists is to be liberated from the cycle of rebirth, thus never having to suffer again. Buddhism gradually spread to other parts of Asia and has played a central role in the spiritual, cultural, and social development of the Eastern world. Today, Buddhism has approximately 415 million followers worldwide. Avoiding all wrongdoing, pursuing good deeds, and developing one's own mind; this is the teaching of the Buddhas. Buddha (Dhammapada verse 183)
