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| + | In the [[Tibetan tradition]], several types of figures are used as a focus for practice. Among them are found the so-called [[meditational deity]] or [[yidam]], the [[lineage]] [[teacher]] or [[guru]], the [[dharma protector]] who acts to overcome [[spiritual]] {{Wiki|obstacles}}, and the [[dakini]]. All may serve as models of inspiration, as bestowers of grace or [[blessing]], and as guides and [[protectors]]. | ||
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| + | [[Yidams]] are sometimes referred to as [[tutelary deities]]. The "[[personal deity]] or [[yidam]] is usually assigned by the [[spiritual mentor]], [[guru]] or [[lama]] in accordance with the student's [[personality]] and [[life]] circumstance or [[karma]]. Sometimes it is said that the [[yidam]] chooses the student. The choice can be made in any of several ways. Through [[dedication]] to, and the [[ritual]] [[observance]] of a [[yidam]], habitual tendencies and inclinations can be modified or overcome. | ||
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Revision as of 06:08, 10 November 2013
In the Tibetan tradition, several types of figures are used as a focus for practice. Among them are found the so-called meditational deity or yidam, the lineage teacher or guru, the dharma protector who acts to overcome spiritual obstacles, and the dakini. All may serve as models of inspiration, as bestowers of grace or blessing, and as guides and protectors.
Yidams are sometimes referred to as tutelary deities. The "personal deity or yidam is usually assigned by the spiritual mentor, guru or lama in accordance with the student's personality and life circumstance or karma. Sometimes it is said that the yidam chooses the student. The choice can be made in any of several ways. Through dedication to, and the ritual observance of a yidam, habitual tendencies and inclinations can be modified or overcome.
