Lotus in the Temple - An Analysis of the Avalokiteśvara Belief

Author: Degy Tsomo
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: In "The Lotus in the Sanctuary: An Analysis of the Mother of Compassion Belief," the book explores the origins, types, rituals, and development of the Mother of Compassion belief in Tibetan regions, drawing upon a vast amount of Tibetan and Chinese-language materials. It particularly organizes and examines the Mother of Compassion belief across various Tibetan sects. While the book contains many introductory sections, it remains highly professional and academic in nature, and its findings are worthy of attention. The discussions on the transmission of the Mother of Compassion in different Tibetan sects, unique practices of the Mother of Compassion, and the belief in the Mother of Compassion at various levels in Tibetan society are all significant topics in Tibetan studies, with few other researchers delving into them. The author writes with the intention of interpreting the Mother of Compassion as a religious and cultural form, aiming to introduce a real Mother of Compassion to the world and help people accurately understand and scientifically comprehend this goddess and bodhisattva, who holds great influence and vitality among the Tibetan people. Because we know that any culture, if correctly reflected and interpreted, will not be distorted or misunderstood. This is also a scholar's responsibility and contribution to academia. May this book open a small window for you to recognize and understand the Mother of Compassion.