Title: Guanyin
First published: 2004
Description: This book focuses on the evolution of the worship of the Buddhist deity Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara (Guanyin in Chinese) in China. Personifying divine compassion, Guanyin has played a uniquely important role in Asian religious life from ancient times until the present day. Studies of Guanyin affords a perspective from which to see the development of Buddhism in China.
Subjects: Avalokiteśvara (Buddhist deity), Asia, history, Art
LC classification: BQ4710.A8 K37 2004