kwannon

• Eigenname der japanischen buddhistischen Gottheit des Mitgefühls und der Barmherzigkeit, die als japanische Entsprechung der chinesischen Guanyin gilt.

A proper noun referring to the Japanese Buddhist deity of compassion and mercy, considered the Japanese counterpart of the Chinese Kuan Yin.

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1. Japanese Buddhist deityB2formal

   The Japanese name for the bodhisattva of compassion, known as Kuan Yin in Chinese Buddhism.

   Japanische buddhistische Gottheit

   • The temple housed a beautiful statue of Kwannon.
   • Many Japanese Buddhists pray to Kwannon for mercy and compassion.
   • Kwannon is often depicted with multiple arms to help those in need.