Nina Rao, chantress and seeker

“‘I shall work for the benefit of sentient beings in a woman’s body.’ And here she is, Tara the savioress, a bodhisattva or a buddha—to me the essence of the divine mother or goddess we invoke in my Indian tradition by calling her forth through visualization, meditation, and mantra. Chandra’s lyrical voice shares the history of Tibetan Buddhism and Tara, provides specific practice instructions, and illuminates Tara’s qualities in modern-day women and the enlightened activities of communities around the world. With the blessings of her teachers and her long-standing deep sadhana, Chandra’s book offers us a clear guide and inspiration to whirl in the mandala of Tara, so we may enter her mindstream ourselves.” – Nina Rao, chantress and seeker