Avalokitesvara

Avalokitesvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, is a central figure in Mahayana Buddhism. Often depicted with multiple arms, each holding a different symbol, he represents boundless benevolence towards all beings.

Avalokitesvara, known as the bodhisattva of compassion, is one of the most revered figures in Mahayana Buddhism. Believed to have the ability to assume various forms to better aid those in suffering on Earth, his Sanskrit name means "the lord who looks down", reflecting his perpetual capacity to observe the sorrows of the world and provide help. He is frequently depicted with multiple arms, sometimes as many as a thousand, each equipped with an eye to see the suffering that needs alleviation. Key Buddhist texts like the Lotus Sutra and the Heart Sutra describe his virtues and acts of deliverance, emphasizing his crucial role in the spiritual practices of devotees.