Goddess Tara or Arya Tara, is a female Bodhisattva associated with
Tibetan Buddhism. Considered as the "mother of liberation",
she represents the virtues of success in work and achievements. She is
seen as Mahatara, Great Tara, who is the supreme creator and mother of
all the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas.As per the Hindu Mythology, Tara is the Feminine Goddess Archetype who governs the Underworld, the Earth and the Heavens, birth, death and regeneration, love and war, the seasons, all that lives and grows, the Moon cycles - Luna - feminine - creation. She is a gorgeous looking deity whose favorite animals are the sow, mare, owl and raven. Considered as one of the most popular figure in the Tibetan pantheon of deities, the name connotes 'Star'. She is one of the eight major aspects of the Divine Feminine Principle according to the Hindu scriptures. She is seen as a benevolent goddess. She is common in Buddhism, Jainism, and particularly, Tibetan Lamaism as well. She manifests asceticism, mysticism, & a protector of humanity.
Tara is known by names like Green Tara, White Tara, Red Tara, Black Tara, Yellow Tara, Blue Tara & Cittamani Tara.