White Tara Statue with Antique Red Finish

Representing the influence of the mother goddess cults on Buddhist religion, Tara is a protector of humans that reflects the deep compassion of the Buddha. It's believed that Tara's love and empathy for humans was even greater than a mother's love for her own children.

Her most distinctive symbol is the full brown lotus. White Tara has seven eyes. An eye of knowledge on the forehead and eyes incised on her palms and soles. She can be portrayed seated with her feet in the posture of meditation, standing or in a half dancing pose. Devotees invoke her for deliverance from the Eight Great Perils shipwreck, fire, mad elephants, brigands, pouncing lions, serpents, prison and demons. A perfect gift for a friend or family member who's love knows no bounds. The white Tara signifies the gentle, loving mood of the goddess, while yellow, blue and red skin show her mancing side.