A White Tara thangka is a sacred Tibetan Buddhist painting that features White Tara, a deity revered for her compassion, healing powers, and ability to bestow long life. In these thangkas, White Tara is depicted with a serene expression, symbolizing her calm and benevolent nature. She is seated in the lotus position on a lotus throne, which represents purity and spiritual awakening. A distinctive feature of White Tara is her seven eyes: three on her face (one on the forehead) and one on each palm and sole, symbolizing her vigilance and omniscient ability to perceive the suffering of sentient beings. She often holds a blue lotus (utpala), representing purity and divinity. The thangka is richly decorated with intricate details, vibrant colors, and symbolic motifs, often surrounded by other deities, protective symbols, and auspicious elements, creating a visually stunning and spiritually significant artwork used for meditation and devotional practices.
