yidam

We do this through a process of visualizing ourselves in the form of a Buddha-figure (yidam), within the context of an understanding of voidness.

The Purification Method Used in Anuttarayoga Tantra 2008

We then imagine that we arise in a subtle form, for instance as a seed syllable, and then in a grosser form, namely that of a Buddha-figure, a yidam.

The Purification Method Used in Anuttarayoga Tantra 2008

The highest class of tantra, anuttarayoga, has many yidam systems of practice, for example that of Vajravarahi (rDo-rje phag-mo, Vajrayogini).

Commentary on An Aspiration Prayer for the Definitive Meaning of Mahamudra ��� 2 Eliminating Confusion about the Practice of the Path Beru Khyentse Rinpoche 2006

This entails purifying your body, speech, and mind through meditation on the mandala and mantras of a Buddha-figure (yidam, meditation deity) in accordance with the instructions of a fully qualified tantric master.

A Commentary on A Root Text for Gelug-Kagyu Mahamudra the First Panchen Lama Lozang-chokyi-gyeltsen 2006

Only after this purification do we visualize the yidam.

Commentary on An Aspiration Prayer for the Definitive Meaning of Mahamudra ��� 4 Boon Experiences, Stable Realizations and Final Attainments Beru Khyentse Rinpoche 2006

We visualize ourselves as a Buddha-figure (yidam, deity), such as Vajrasattva.

Introduction to Dzogchen 2006

Alternatively, it is of the inseparable two truths, namely (1) the pure appearance of ourselves as Buddha-figures (yidam, "deity") and (2) nonconceptual blissful awareness of voidness with a clear-light mind.

The Meaning and Use of a Mandala 2003

On his wedding eve, the Buddha-figure (yidam) Tara appeared to Atisha vividly in a dream.

The Life of Atisha 2003

In specific yidam practices, we also invite certain other types of Dharma protectors - such as Mahakala (dGon-po) or Palden Lhamo (dPal-ldan lha-mo, Skt. Shridevi) - into our mandalas to make offerings to them and to give them instructions to assist us in our enlightening activities.

Basic Features of Tantra 2002

In traditional Tibetan Buddhism, a retreat usually means performing a serviceability retreat (las-rung) for a specific Buddha-figure (yidam, deity).

Dealing with Difficult Experiences that Arise in Meditation and in Retreat 2002