The Lightning Path of Buddhism: The Power of Yidams
In this important path, meditating and honouring your own personal Yidam allows for fast comprehension of the nature of reality — and deeper insight into Dharma. Yidam, literally means “heart bond deity” which points to the close relationship we should experience.
What is a Yidam? - Lion's Roar
The yidam is one of the so-called Three Roots that are the objects of refuge in vajrayana: the guru, the yidams, and the protectors and dakinis. As such, it is said to be the root of spiritual power or accomplishment (Sanskrit. siddhi). How does that work?
Yidam - Wikipedia
A yidam or iṣṭadevatā is a meditational deity that serves as a focus for meditation and spiritual practice, said to be manifestations of Buddhahood or enlightened mind. Yidams are an integral part of Vajrayana , including both Tibetan Buddhism and Shingon , which emphasize the use of esoteric practices and rituals to attain enlightenment ...
Yidam - Encyclopedia of Buddhism
A Yidam (Skt. iṣṭadevatā; Tib. ཡི་དམ་, Wyl. yi dam ) is a term used in Tibetan Buddhism that refers to "an emanated form of a Buddha, often with multiple faces, arms, and legs, which tantric practitioners visualize themselves as."
Yidams - Tibetan Buddhist Encyclopedia
The yidam is one's tutelary deity; a personal protector of one's practice and guide to enlightenment. Traditionally, yidam practice is the main practice that follows the preliminaries.
Yidam - Buddhism Guide
In Vajrayana Buddhism, a Yidam (Tibetan) or Ishtadevata (Sanskrit) is a fully enlightened being who is the focus of personal meditation, during a retreat or for life. The term is often translated into English as meditational deity.
What is a Yidam?! - Tibetan Buddhist Encyclopedia
The yidam is a special deity one works with in meditation as a means towards recognizing one’s own awakened nature. The word is said to be a contraction of yid kyi dam tshig, which essentially means to bind one’s mind (yid) by oath to a deity who embodies enlightened mind.
Yidam - Vocab, Definition, and Must Know Facts - Fiveable
A yidam is a specific meditation deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, often considered a personal embodiment of one's aspirations for enlightenment. Practitioners visualize and connect with their yidam to cultivate qualities such as compassion and wisdom, often guided by a guru.
Padmasambhava: "the source of accomplishment is the Yidam"; Yidam …
Yidam is the heart practice that you devote your life to (Yi is “heart” and “dam is “commitment”). You commit your life to practice with the goal of ultimate enlightenment. Deity is one aspect — one of a dozen aspects — of Yidam. The commitment is to …
Yidam - Tibetan Buddhist Encyclopedia
In Vajrayana Buddhism, an Ishta-Deva or Ishta-devata (Sanskrit: इष्टदेवता) (Yidam in Tibetan) is a fully enlightened being who is the focus of personal meditation, during a retreat or for Life. The term is often translated into English as tutelary …
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