Gods and Goddesses
Asian
Buddhist
Mahapratisara

ORIGIN: Buddhist

TYPE: Guardian goddess

INFORMATION: One of a group of five Maharaksas (protectresses) who are thought to be personifications of amulets or mantras. A guardian of the central or southern direction, also an emanation of the Dhyanibuddha Ratnasambhava.

COLOR: yellow

ATTRIBUTES: Arrow, ax, banner, bow, conch, image of Ranasambhava on crown, jewel, noose, parasol, prayerwheel, reliquary, sword, staff and trident. Three-Headed and three-eyed.