Guanyin
Guanyin, in Chinese Buddhism, the bodhisattva of infinite compassion and mercy. See Avalokiteśvara.
This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.
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Article Title:
Guanyin
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
17 January 2011
Access Date:
November 13, 2026