Nyorai (Buddha)

Nyorai, often translated as "Tathagata" or "Thus-Come One," refers to the Buddha in Mahayana Buddhism, representing the enlightened state of complete awakening and compassion. Unlike historical Buddhas like Shakyamuni, Nyorai embodies the ultimate reality and teachings accessible to all beings. They symbolize qualities like wisdom, compassion, and the realization of emptiness, guiding practitioners toward enlightenment. Nyorai are often depicted in Buddhist art and rituals as embodiments of these qualities, serving as spiritual ideals and sources of inspiration on the path to awakening.