ORIGIN: Buddhist (Mahayana)
TYPE: Goddess
INFORMATION: An emanation of Aksobhya and bodhisattva or buddha-designate. Also one of a group of dharanis (deifications of literature). She is particularly recognized in the northwest of India. Her vehicle is Ganesa surmounting obstacles.
COLOR: Yellow or green
ATTRIBUTES: Arrow, ax, bow, flower, noose, peacock feather, skin and staff. Three-eyed and three-headed.