Kwan-yin

[ kwahn-yin ]

/ ˈkwɑnˈyɪn /

one of the Chinese female Boddhisattvas, noted for her kindness: often considered an aspect of Avalokitesvara.

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The sisters knew that this magic well was a monument to Kwan-yin's goodness.
A Chinese Wonder Book|Norman Hinsdale Pitman
Thus Kwan-yin became the Goddess of Mercy; thus she entered into that glad abode, surpassing all earthly kings and queens.
A Chinese Wonder Book|Norman Hinsdale Pitman
Such were the statuettes of Kwan-Yin and many other gods and goddesses.
Chats on Oriental China|J. F. Blacker
Kwan-yin kowtowed before her royal father, kneeling and touching her forehead on the floor in sign of deepest reverence.
A Chinese Wonder Book|Norman Hinsdale Pitman

For fully a minute, with calm and untroubled face, his lips keep moving and his gaze is concentrated on Kwan-Yin.
Sidelights on Chinese Life|J. Macgowan