Kannon (Guanyin)

Kannon, also known as Guanyin, is a revered figure in East Asian Buddhism representing compassion and mercy. Often depicted as a gentle, nurturing figure, Kannon symbolizes the ideal of unlimited compassion, offering solace and aid to those in suffering. She is associated with helping people in distress, providing guidance, and embodying the qualities of empathy and kindness. While her form varies across cultures—sometimes appearing as a woman, sometimes as a male figure—her core role remains the same: a compassionate spiritual presence that listens to and alleviates human suffering.