Shakyamuni Buddha
The buddha of our time, enlightened nature of mind.
Samantabhadra
The bodhisattva associated with practice, vows, and meditation.
35 Buddhas
35 Buddhas, a confession and purification practice used to purify heavy negative karma.
Chakrasamvara
A major tantric yidam symbolizing the union of supreme bliss and emptiness.
Vajradhara
Kagyu lineage forefathers: Vajradhara, Tilopa, Naropa, Marpa, Milarepa, Gampopa and Karmapa.
Amitayush
Buddha of Boundless Life, Sambhogakaya aspect of Amitābha Buddha.
Vajrapani
The fierce embodiment of enlightened strength, protector of wisdom and destroyer of ignorance.
Avalokiteshwara
Buddha of infinite compassion, who hears the suffering of all beings.
Gyalwa Gyatso
The boundless compassionate form of Avalokiteshvara, embracing the suffering of all beings with infinite mercy.
Palden Lhamo
Shri Devi: a black thangka "nak thang", protector yidam of Tibet and buddha dharma
Yangchenma
Deity of wisdom, music, arts, eloquence and higher learning, the patron of creative pursuits.
Yamantaka
The wrathful form of Manjushri, representing the power of wisdom and compassion to conquer death, samsara, and negative emotions.
