Tara
तारा
TAH-rah
A goddess in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, symbolizing compassion and protection.
Meaning & usage
Tara is a prominent goddess in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions, revered for her compassion and protective nature. In Hinduism, she is one of the ten Mahavidyas, while in Buddhism, she is known as a savior and a bodhisattva. Her name means 'star' in Sanskrit, symbolizing guidance and light.
In a sentence
Devotees gathered at the temple to offer prayers to the goddess Tara.
As seen in crosswords
Tara is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A goddess in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, symbolizing compassion and protection” (4)
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