Meaning of the Buddhas

There are many Buddhas and other spiritual beings in Tibetan Buddhism. You can read the associated meanings below. Click on the name to search for the associated products.

Amitayus
Buddha of Infinite Life (Tibetan name: Tse-pameh). Amitayus, also called Aparmita, is the Buddha of Infinite Life and essentially identical to Buddha Amitabha, the Buddha of Infinite Light (Wisdom). In his hands he holds a vase filled with Amrit, nectar of immortality. This vase depicts the sacred Ashoke tree that reduces sorrow and fulfills wishes. On top of the tree is a miniature Amitabha. Amitayus is invoked for long life, good health and happiness. The mantra of Amitayus is: OM AMARANI JIVANTIYE SVAHA

Avalokiteshvara
Avalokiteshvara is the Buddha of Compassion and Protector of Tibet (Tibetan name: Chenrezig). This Buddha represents endless love and compassion. He holds his first two arms folded in front of his heart, symbolizing that all Buddhas protect sensitive beings from suffering. It is said that the Dalai Lama is a reincarnation of Avalokiteshvara. The mantra (also called lotus mantra) of Avalokiteshvara is: OM MANI PADME HUM"

Green Tara
Green Tara is the Bodhisattva of Salvation and Salvation or the mother of all Buddhas (Tibetan name: Dolma/Drolma). Green Tara helps quickly and actively to free oneself from fears, to solve problems, helps to realize ambitions and goals and protects against dangers. The mantra of Green Tara is: OM TARE TU TARE TURE SVAHA

Jambhala
Jambhala is the Buddha of Wealth and Abundance (Tibetan name: Namtoshe). This Buddha helps solve financial problems, promote wealth and protects against harmful influences. The mantra of Jambhala is: OM JAMBALA JALANDRAYE SVAHA

Kurukulla
Kurukulla is the dakini of Enchantment and Love (Tibetan name: Rig Che Ma). This Buddhist creature brings love and prosperity. The mantra of Kurukulla is: OM KURUKULLA SVAHA

Manjushri
Manjushri is the Buddha of Wisdom (Tibetan name: Jampelyang). This Buddha promotes wisdom as well as the ability to debate, write, remember and explain. Manjushri's mantra is: OM AH RA PA TSA NA DHIH

Medicine Buddha
The Medicine Buddha is the Buddha of Healing (Tibetan name: Sangye Menla). The Medicine Buddha protects against illness, frees from anger, evil influences and brings success. The mantra of Medicine Buddha is: TAYATA OM BEKANDZE BEKANDZE MAHA-BEKANDZE RANDZA SAMUDGATE SVAHA

Paang Harm Samoot
Birthday Buddha Monday - Buddha of Protection in Thai Buddhism.

Paang Saiyasna
Birthday Buddha Tuesday - Buddha of Truth in Thai Buddhism.

Paang Oombaat
Birthday Buddha Wednesday - Buddha of Humility in Thai Buddhism.

Paang Nung Samadhi
Birthday Buddha Thursday - Buddha of Inner Peace in Thai Buddhism.

Paang Rum Peung
Birthday Buddha Friday - Buddha of Communication in Thai Buddhism.

Paang Naga Prok
Birthday Buddha Saturday - Buddha of Knowing in Thai Buddhism.

Paang Tawai Netr
Birthday Buddha Sunday - Buddha of Freedom in Thai Buddhism.

Padmasambhava
Padmasambhava, founder of Tibetan Buddhism, the Second Buddha & Precious master. Padmasambhava is also called "The Lotus-born" or "Guru Rinpoche". This Buddha stands for Long Life, Health, Peace, Success, Happiness and Enlightenment. Padmasambhava is the compiler of the Bardo Thodol: the Tibetan Book of the Dead. The mantra of Padmasambhava is: OM AH HUM VAJRA GURU PADMA SIDDHI HUM

Samantabhadra
Samantabhadra is the most original Buddha in Tibetan Buddhism, also called Adi-Buddha or Primal Buddha. Samantabhadra is mostly depicted together with his prajna partner Samantabhadri in the so-called yab-yum position. This sitting position connects all chakras with each other, but mainly the heart chakra and a tantric heart connection is created. The union of the male and female in reality.

Shakyamuni
Shakyamuni is The Buddha, the historical Buddha (Tibetan name: Sangye Shakya Thubpa). Shakyamuni itouches the earth with his right hand to testify to the truth of his words. He protects against all evil, blesses, purifies and brings peace. The mantra of Shakyamuni is: OM MUNI MUNI MAHA MUNI SAKYA MUNI YE SVAHA