Findhorn Flower Essence Spring 2014 Newsletter


This is the essence of abundant blessings. Many bodhi tree leaves fell in the path of the essence bowl, during making the essence. It is a blessing to receive a falling leaf, with so many pilgrims hoping one will fall on them.


The other side of the coin, however, points to restlessness, confusion and over-fiery ness. This is the essence's indication in brief.


I have long been fascinated by the utpala flower which Green Tara holds in her left hand, so imagine my surprise when I researched and learned the essence was utpala! Of any flower that I could have imagined making an essence from, it would be this.


In terms of traditional, inspirational writing, I looked for a meaning of the flower in Tara's hand. In Buddhist religious practice, Green Tara's primary role is saviouress. She is believed to help her followers overcome dangers, fears and anxieties, and she is especially worshipped for her ability to overcome the most difficult of situations. Green Tara is intensely compassionate and acts quickly to help those who call upon her.


The iconography and role of Green Tara is illustrated in this medieval devotional hymn by the First Dalai Lama (1391-1474), in which Homage to Tara he refers to 'flower gods prodding us to effort'.


On a lotus seat, standing for realisation of voidness, (You are) the emerald-coloured, one-faced, two-armed Lady In youth's full bloom, right leg out, left drawn in, Showing the union of wisdom and art - homage to you!


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