Her symbol is the lotus flower. The lotus represents the Past, Present, and Future since the same plant bears buds, flowers and seeds all at the same time. In Buddhism it also represents the unfolding of wisdom and life.
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Kuan Yin (The Goddess of Mercy) is the most popular goddess associated with Buddhism in China
and many Asian countries today. She is worshipped as the protector of families and the household,
especially women and children.
The temple was consecrated on the 30th of November 1996, according to Buddhist rituals and the customs and traditions of the Bendigo Chinese. Traditionally most Kuan Yin Statues are made of wood and clay. Bendigo's 'Kuan Yin' is hand- carved from white marble, which is very special. |
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She is depicted in the temple carrying a flywhisk (a symbol of authority) and a pearl (representing purity and knowledge). She is enthroned with one bare foot resting upon an open lotus flower.
Her symbol is the lotus flower. The lotus represents the Past, Present, and Future since the same plant bears buds, flowers and seeds all at the same time. In Buddhism it also represents the unfolding of wisdom and life.
Her symbol is the lotus flower. The lotus represents the Past, Present, and Future since the same plant bears buds, flowers and seeds all at the same time. In Buddhism it also represents the unfolding of wisdom and life.