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kwannon (n)

Japanese counterpart of Chinese Kuan Yin

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Japanese counterpart of Chinese Kuan Yin

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Kwannon is the Japanese name for the Buddhist bodhisattva of compassion.

In Japanese art, Kwannon is often depicted as a beautiful woman with multiple arms.

Kwannon is said to have 33 different forms, each of which represents a different aspect of compassion.

Kwannon is one of the most popular bodhisattvas in Japan and East Asia.