BUDDHA
Buddha is a Sanskrit word meaning "The Awakened One" or "The Enlightened One." It refers to someone who has attained complete enlightenment, overcoming ignorance, craving, and all forms of suffering. In Buddhism, "Buddha" can denote both the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, and the concept of enlightenment accessible to all beings.
BUDDHA
AMOGHASIDDHI
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Sanskrit Amogha Siddhi, Tibetan don yod don grub, one of the Five Dhyani Buddhas, representing the northern direction. Surrounded by Bodhisattvas.
VAJRASATTVA
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Sanskrit: वज्रसत्त्व, Tibetan: རྡོ་རྗེ་སེམས་པ་, Dorje Sempa is a significant deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, embodying the essence of purification. He is often depicted as a white-colored buddha holding a vajra (thunderbolt) in his right hand and a bell in his left, symbolizing skillful means and wisdom.
Vajrasattva is especially important in tantric practices, where his 100-syllable mantra is used for cleansing negative karma, obscurations, and spiritual impurities. He is revered in all major Tibetan Buddhist schools, particularly in preliminary (Ngöndro) practices and higher tantric initiations.
AMOGHASIDDHI
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AMOGHASIDDHI, one of the Five Dhyani Buddhas, is a key figure in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, particularly revered for his all-victorious wisdom and the ability to overcome obstacles in the path to enlightenment. His name, Amoghasiddhi, means "Infallible Success" or "Unfailing Achievement", and he embodies the wisdom of accomplishment, specifically the wisdom of overcoming jealousy and fear.
VAJRASATTVA
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VAJRASATTVA, known as Dorje Sempa in Tibetan, is a central deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, embodying the principle of purity and serving as a powerful figure for purification practices. His name translates to "Indestructible Being," reflecting his embodiment of the indestructible nature of the mind. Vajrasattva is typically depicted as a white figure seated in a full lotus posture, symbolizing his purity. He holds a vajra (diamond scepter) in his right hand, representing indestructibility, and a bell (ghanta) in his left hand, symbolizing wisdom. These attributes signify the union of compassion and wisdom.
ŚĀKYAMUNI
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ŚĀKYAMUNI, meaning "Sage of the Śākya clan," is a title for Siddhārtha Gautama, the historical Buddha and founder of Buddhism. Born around the 6th century BCE in Lumbini (present-day Nepal), he achieved enlightenment at 35 and spent the next 45 years teaching his path to liberation.
ŚĀKYAMUNI
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ŚĀKYAMUNI, meaning "Sage of the Śākya clan," is a title for Siddhārtha Gautama, the historical Buddha and founder of Buddhism. Born around the 6th century BCE in Lumbini (present-day Nepal), he achieved enlightenment at 35 and spent the next 45 years teaching his path to liberation.
ŚĀKYAMUNI AND THE EIGHTEEN ARHATS
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Śākyamuni, meaning "Sage of the Śākya clan," is a title for Siddhārtha Gautama, the historical Buddha and founder of Buddhism. Born around the 6th century BCE in Lumbini (present-day Nepal), he achieved enlightenment at 35 and spent the next 45 years teaching his path to liberation.
The Eighteen Arhats, also known as the Eighteen Luohans, are venerated figures in Chinese Buddhism. They are believed to be the original disciples of Gautama Buddha who attained enlightenment and were entrusted with protecting the Buddhist teachings until the arrival of the future Buddha, Maitreya. These enlightened beings are often depicted in Buddhist art, symbolizing their commitment to preserving the Dharma.
ŚĀKYAMUNI
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ŚĀKYAMUNI, meaning "Sage of the Śākya clan," is a title for Siddhārtha Gautama, the historical Buddha and founder of Buddhism. Born around the 6th century BCE in Lumbini (present-day Nepal), he achieved enlightenment at 35 and spent the next 45 years teaching his path to liberation.
VAJRASATTVA
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VAJRASATTVA, whose name translates to "Diamond Being" or "Thunderbolt Being," is a significant figure in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He embodies the purity of enlightened mind and is often invoked in practices aimed at purification and the removal of obstacles on the spiritual path.