Marichi is a deity in Mahayana and Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism, associated with the light of dawn, victory, and protection. Marichi has many forms, both peaceful and wrathful. She is often depicted having a yellow or red body, riding on a boar or a chariot pulled by pigs.

Published November 10, 2022

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