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Deities & Buddhas
Kannon
Kannon Bosatsu
Meaning & Symbolism
Mercy, compassion, infinite kindness. Kannon hears the cries of all sentient beings and responds with compassion. One of the most beloved figures in Japanese Buddhism.
The Story
The bodhisattva of compassion (Avalokitesvara in Sanskrit). Kannon takes many forms — the 1,000-armed Senju Kannon, the 11-headed Juichimen Kannon, and the horse-headed Bato Kannon. Each form addresses different types of suffering.
Traditional Placement
Back + Glutes
Best Seasons
All Seasons
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