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An [[emanated form of a Buddha]], often with multiple faces, arms, and {{Wiki|legs}}, which [[tantric practitioners]] [[visualize]] themselves as. This is done in order to create a close bond with the figure so as to be able to attain [[enlightenment]], in the [[form]] of that figure, through such practice. | An [[emanated form of a Buddha]], often with multiple faces, arms, and {{Wiki|legs}}, which [[tantric practitioners]] [[visualize]] themselves as. This is done in order to create a close bond with the figure so as to be able to attain [[enlightenment]], in the [[form]] of that figure, through such practice. | ||
Latest revision as of 02:35, 11 March 2024
An emanated form of a Buddha, often with multiple faces, arms, and legs, which tantric practitioners visualize themselves as. This is done in order to create a close bond with the figure so as to be able to attain enlightenment, in the form of that figure, through such practice.
J. Hopkins' translation: "[mind-firm]; personal deity; tutelary deity; promise; vow; one who has a vow; deity."
