Red Tara, also known as Kurukulla, is a revered deity in Tibetan Buddhism and is considered a form of Tara, the female embodiment of enlightened compassion. Red Tara is associated with fierce compassion, magnetism, and the power to overcome obstacles. She is depicted as a youthful and radiant deity with a red complexion, symbolizing her active and passionate nature. Red Tara is often portrayed with a single face and four arms, each holding symbolic objects that represent her attributes and powers. In her upper right hand, she holds a curved knife, symbolizing the cutting through of ignorance and negative emotions. Her upper left hand holds a flower, representing the blossoming of wisdom and compassion. In her lower right hand, she holds a bow and arrow, signifying the ability to magnetize positive circumstances and overcome obstacles. Her lower left hand holds a noose, symbolizing her ability to bind and subdue negative forces. Red Tara is depicted in a dancing posture, symbolizing her dynamic and active nature. She is adorned with divine ornaments and wears flowing silk garments, representing her enlightened state and divine qualities. When used in meditation and spiritual practice, the Red Tara Thangka painting serves as a visual representation of Red Tara's qualities and a focal point for invoking her presence. By contemplating and meditating upon the painting, practitioners seek to cultivate qualities such as fearlessness, love, and magnetism while connecting with the transformative energy of Red Tara.