Melissa Abbott

“Speak the Refuge Prayer either verbally or internally to yourself. For all of these beings and with all of these beings, I take refuge in the loving energy of Tārā, in the wisdom teachings from all traditions, and in the communities of spiritual practitioners around the world who have sought enlightenment in the past and are here now. May I be filled with love, compassion, equanimity, and joy, May I embrace true wisdom and understanding, and may I be surrounded by peace and compassion. May I take refuge in the Buddha Tārā’s teachings and take refuge in the community of Tārā's Saṅgha or community”
― Melissa Abbott, Tara Illuminated The Mandala of the 21 Taras: Includes 22 meditations, mantras, praises, teachings, syllables, and practice sequences that empower and uplift your life with the Female Buddha Tara