Registered: April 2, 2004 Location: Near Wilmington Beaches in NC Posts: 532
Mon, Mar 13, 2006 @ 6:40 AM
Love the combination! I rarely see samples from Ancient Asia, and really enjoy them when I do! FYI - I did a little research on this image, and think this is applicable to the figure (I think it is a very spiritual figure and adore the concepts for which she stands!):
Quan Yin is one of the most universally beloved of deities in the Buddhist tradition. Also known as Kuan Yin, Quan'Am (Vietnam), Kannon (Japan), and Kanin (Bali), She is the embodiment of compassionate loving kindness.
As the Bodhisattva of Compassion, She hears the cries of all beings. Quan Yin enjoys a strong resonance with the Christian Mary, the Mother of Jesus, and the Tibetan goddess Tara.
Contemplating the Goddess of Mercy involves little dogma or ritual. The simplicity of this gentle being and Her standards tends to lead Her devotees towards becoming more compassionate and loving themselves. A deep sense of service to all fellow beings naturally follows any devotion to the Goddess.
The name Kuan Shih Yin, as she is often called, means literally "the one who regards, looks on, or hears the sounds of the world." According to legend, Kuan Yin was about to enter heaven but paused on the threshold as the cries of the world reached her ears.
------------------------------ You can always tell a real friend; When you've made a fool of yourself, he doesn't think you've done a permanent job.
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hey where did you get that awesome bamboo background... very cool card. Love the seal and the ribbon and use of sahara sand. I hate the color a tiny bit less now...