Kannon, Kwannon: 1 definition
Introduction:
Kannon means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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General definition (in Buddhism)
Source: Wisdom Library: BuddhismJapanese name for 'Avalokitesvara';
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Kannon-chiku.
Ends with: Ayirankannon.
Full-text: Avalokiteshvara, Kannon-chiku.
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Search found 7 books and stories containing Kannon, Kwannon; (plurals include: Kannons, Kwannons). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Sculpture in the Far East < [January 1937]
Socially Engaged Buddhism (with reference to Australian society) (by Phuong Thi Thu Ngo)
Vietnamese Buddhist Art (by Nguyen Ngoc Vinh)
1. Physical appearance of Avalokitesvara < [Chapter 3 - Unifying factors of the Avalokitesvara Images in South Vietnam and South East Asia]
The gods of northern Buddhism (by Alice Getty)
A Record of Buddhistic Kingdoms (by Fa-Hien)
Dhyana in the Buddhist Literature (by Truong Thi Thuy La)
3.1 (b): The Bodhisattva Ideal < [Chapter 3 - The Dhyāna in Mahāyāna Literature]
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