Noble Tara Goddess, she of supreme peacefulness

Saint Zanabazar (1635-1723)XVII century

The Bogd Khaan Palace Museum
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Noble Tara Goddess, she of supreme peacefulness (Tib: rje btsun ma zhi ba chen mo; Skt: Mahāśānti Tārā), has taken a vow to eradicate evil deeds, sins and unholy intentions. She’s depicted with a slightly wrathful countenance, holding a white vase that eradicates evil intentions and deeds in her right hand.

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Title: Noble Tara Goddess, she of supreme peacefulness
Creator: Saint Zanabazar (1635-1723)
Date Created: XVII century
Location Created: Mongolia
Type: Statue
Rights: Bogd Khaan Palace Museum
Medium: Gold and bronze

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