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Garbhadhatu

Garbhadhatu, meaning "Womb Realm," is a key concept in Vajrayana Buddhism symbolizing the creative and transformative power of the universe and the potential for enlightenment within all beings. It represents the fertile, nurturing aspect of reality where wisdom and compassion originate and develop. Often depicted in mandalas and iconography, Garbhadhatu emphasizes that enlightenment arises from the integration of form, energy, and consciousness, serving as a spiritual map for practitioners to realize their innate potential and attain enlightened awareness through specific practices and visualization.