Mother of All Buddhas: Green Tara Statue | Emblem of Swift Compassion
The Mother of All Buddhas, this Green Tara statue arises as a beacon of immediate aid and profound compassion. Crafted from a substantial copper body, it is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved details that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. Standing at 12.4 inches (31.5 cm) tall with a base of 9.1 inches (23 cm) and weighing 4.02 kg, this exquisite piece radiates a serene yet powerful presence. Its intricate craftsmanship and luminous finish make it a true focal point of devotion, inviting peace, protection, and compassionate energy into any sacred space. Handcrafted in Nepal, it stands as a masterwork of Himalayan artistry, created for the discerning practitioner.
Green Tara is depicted in the lalitasana posture, with one leg gracefully extended, symbolizing her readiness to spring into action to aid all sentient beings. Her right hand is held in the varada mudra, the gesture of supreme generosity and blessing, while her left hand holds the stem of a utpala lotus, representing purity, spiritual power, and wisdom arising unstained from worldly conditions. This sacred iconography embodies her role as a swift savioress, offering protection and removing obstacles. The statue serves as a powerful reminder of enlightened activity and boundless compassion, inspiring courage, fearlessness, and dedicated practice on the path to awakening.
Size: 12.4”/31.5cm (Height) x 9.1”/23cm (Base)
Weight: 4.02 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded Copper Body, Inlaid Crystals, Acrylic Paintings
Green Tara is a revered female Bodhisattva in Tibetan Buddhism, known as the 'Mother of Liberation.' She is believed to have arisen from a teardrop shed by Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. As a figure of active compassion, she offers swift protection from the eight great fears and helps practitioners overcome both inner and outer obstacles on their path to enlightenment. Her green color signifies enlightened activity and vigorous energy.