meditational deity - Thubten Chodron

A Buddhist deity that is a buddha or very high bodhisattva that is visualized in certain kinds of meditation.

Glossary: torma
Glossary: pure vision teachings
How to rely on a spiritual friend
A description of the relationship between teacher and student, and how important it is to develop a healthy relationship with a spiritual mentor.
Vajrasattva meditation and recitation
An explanation by Lati Rinpoche of the purification practice of the Vajrasattva sadhana, including the four opponent powers, mantra, and visualizations.