Embodying Tara: Twenty-One Manifestations to Awaken Your Innate Wisdom

by Chandra Easton

Realize the power of Tara, the Buddhist goddess of compassion, within yourself in this modern guide to her 21 forms.

Explore down-to-earth meditations and stories of real women who embody Tara's qualities.

Tara, the Buddhist goddess of compassion, can manifest within all of us. In this illustrated introduction to Tara's twenty-one forms, respected female Buddhist teacher and practitioner Dorje Lopön Chandra Easton shows you how to invite Tara’s awakened energy to come alive in yourself through:

-insight into core Buddhist concepts and teachings;
-meditations;
-mantra recitations;
-and journal exercises.

The relatable stories from Buddhist history and the author’s personal reflections will give you the tools to live a more compassionate life, befriend your fears, and overcome everyday challenges.  

Find out how important women and movements in modern history have achieved this through their own embodiment of Tara's enlightened activities. The stories of Jane Goodall, Nawal El Saadawi, Oprah Winfrey, Vandana Shiva, Black Lives Matter, Me Too, and others will inspire you to bring these aspects of Tara into the world in creative and socially conscious ways for the benefit of all.

Genres: Spirituality, Buddhism, Self Help, Audiobook

352 pages, Paperback

Published December 12, 2023

Reviews

[Mark Bourdon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read many Tara texts and received a few different transmissions. Embodying Tara has added another element to those teaching. Elements that I will continue to process and work with. I will be more deliberate and responsive to each of the 21 emanations.

[D · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was so looking forward to reading and studying this introduction and guide to the great goddess Tara, the embodiment of the divine feminine. The spiritual aspects were very detailed and superbly written. However, the author unfortunately, at least for me, injected politics and other rather controversial topics which proved mentally distracting. Potential readers just need to be aware that they will need to wade through those diversions.

Note: This review is based on a copy provided through goodreads.com.

[Kelly Pramberger]

What a cool book. I was drawn to the cover. I had no idea who Tara was but wanted to explore the manifestations. So happy I did. Easton explained in depth all about Tara. I am happy to have learned a lot. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. Five stars.

[Susie Silvers · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an interesting read. I would recommend this book.

[Jeremy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I greatly enjoyed this book and appreciated its place in the greater offerings of Tara Mandala. I loved the way a different person was chosen to personify each of the 21 Tara’s

[Michael Schauch · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful book filled with very relevant, insightful and timely wisdom. Chandra's words nourish the heart and mind, empowering our innate nature and pure awareness to heal ourselves and each other. Highly recommend - especially for those also interested in learning more about Tibetan Buddhism.

[Carcassonna · Rating 1 out of 5]

Politics have no place in a book about spirituality. No, thank you!