The Goddess Quan Yin |
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Legend says Quan Yin,
was originally a princess, having forsaken marriage, lived her
life in a convent much to her father's anger and distrust.
She was a Buddhist Bodhisattva (a mortal who has achieved enlightenment
and earned the right to enter Heaven or Nirvana), and when at
the gates of Heaven, she heard someone on Earth cry, and so turned
back, vowing that she would stay on Earth to do all she could
to ease our suffering. She would not enter Heaven until everyone
could go there with her. |
The Goddess Quan Yin is my patron goddess.
She is the Goddess of Compassion and Mercy, a motherly figure said
to bestow children on the faithful, protect those at sea, protect
all children and be there for anyone in need of her compassion and
love. She hears all prayers. |
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You do not have to be a buddhist to invoke her
into your life. It need not be elaborate, just what 'feels' right
for you.
It is said to have a Kuan Yin picture or statue in your house
brings good luck and protection to the household and family. |
