Nine peaceful expressions

The Nine peaceful expressions (Wyl. zhi tshul dgu) — are characteristics of peaceful deities.

According to the Magnificent Wisdom Lightning Tantra, they are:

They are soft, well-proportioned,

Firm, supple, and youthful;

Clear, radiant, attractive,

And blazing with intense presence.

1. Soft (mnyen)
2. Well-proportioned (lcug)
3. Firm ( 'khril ba)
4. Supple (sgeg bag chags)
5. Youthful (gzhon tshul can)
6. Clear (gsal)
7. Radiant ( 'tsher)
8. Attractive (lhun sdug)
9. Magnificent (gzi byin)