Tara (Sanskrit, “Star”) is a Buddhist savior- goddess especially popular in Tibet , Nepal and Mongolia. In Tibet where Tara is the most important deity, her name is Grol-ma meaning “she who saves”. The mantra of Tara (Om tara tuttare ture savha ) is the second most common mantra heard in Tibet, after the mantra of Cherezi (Om mani padme hum ).

The goddess of universal compassion Tara represents virtuous and enlightened action. It is said that her compassion for living beings is stronger than a mother’s love for children. She also brings about longevity, protects earthly travel and guards her followers on their spiritual journey to enlightenment. According to Buddhist tradition Tara was born out of the tears of compassion of the bodhisattva Avalokitesahvara. It is said that he wept as he looked upon the world of suffering beings and his tears formed a lake in which a lotus sprang up. When the lotus opened, the goddess Tara was revealed. In Buddhist religious practice Green Tara’s primary role is that of savior. She is believed to help her followers overcome dangers, fears, anxieties and she is especially worshipped for her ability to overcome the most difficult situation. Green Tara is intensely compassionate and acts quickly to help those who call upon her. “Tara can solve many problems in day-to-day life, liberate one from untimely death, help you recover from disease, bring you success in business, help you find a job and bring you wealth ” – Sherab Dorjee Rinpoche