Avalokitesvara (Sanskrit form)

Avalokitesvara is a revered bodhisattva in Buddhist tradition, embodying infinite compassion and mercy. Known as the embodiment of the divine compassion of all Buddhas, Avalokitesvara listens to suffering beings and vows to help them attain enlightenment and alleviate their pain. Often depicted with multiple arms and eyes, symbolizing the capacity to assist many beings simultaneously, this figure embodies selfless kindness. Recognized in various cultures, Avalokitesvara inspires practices centered on compassion, guiding practitioners to develop empathy, altruism, and spiritual insight as means to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings.