Amitayus

Amitayus from the private collection of Sogyal Rinpoche

Amitayus (Tib. Tsepakmé; Wyl. tshe dpag med) 'The Buddha of Boundless Life' - A sambhogakaya aspect of Amitabha, particularly associated with longevity. He is mostly depicted sitting and holding in his hands a vessel containing the nectar of immortality.

One of the three deities of long life.

Internal Links

• Prayer to Amitayus

External Links

• The Sutra of Boundless Life and Wisdom