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rockbat's loves886 of 1021JIM & JEAN TYLER POTSLoetz "Candia Chiné" Vase with Handles. 6" tall. Circa 1897.
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    Posted 8 years ago

    midsisthree
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    Kwan Im first introduced into China in the first century BC, along with the influx of Buddhism. In the 7th century, Kwan Im becoming known in Korea and Japan because of the influence of the Tang Dynasty. At the same time, Tibet also began to recognize Kwan Im and call it by the name of Chenrezig. The Dalai Lama is often regarded as the reincarnation of Kwan Im in the world.

    Istiilah Avalokitesvara translated by Kumarajiva be Guanshiyin [2]. Later shortened to Guanyin for word the same as the word ? shi shi ? on behalf ??? Li Shimin (598-649 CE) or the emperor Taizong ???. This equation is taboo for the emperor.

    Definition of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva in Sanskrit are:

    "Avalokita" (Kwan / Guan / Kwan Si / Guan Shi) meaningful Listening Looking Down or Down ( "Down" here meaning to the world, which is a natural (Sanskrit: lokita)).
    The word "Isvara" (Im / Yin), means the sound (the sound of screams of creatures over their sufferings).

    Kwan Im as a Bodhisattva who symbolizes kewelas-Asihan and compassionate. In Japan, Kwan Im Pho Sat known as the Goddess of Kanon. In the embodiment as men, Kwan Im called Sie Kwan Im Pho Sat. In Suddharma Sutra Sutra (Biauw Hoat Lien Hoa Keng) mentioned there are 33 (thirty) incarnation of Kwan Im Pho Sat. While in Maha Karuna Dharani (Tay Pi Ciu / Ta Pei Cou / Ta Pei Shen Cou) No 84 (eighty-four) embodiment Kwan Im Pho Sat as a symbol of a Bodhisattva who has great power.

    The main altar in the Temple Jee Sie Pho (Pho To San) at present to Kwan Im Pho Sat with the embodiment as "Buddha Wairocana", and on the left or right side lined 16 (sixteen) other embodiments. Embodiment Kwan Im at the main altar Kim Tek Ie *), one of the oldest temple in Indonesia is King Cee Koan Im (Koan Im Bringing Buddha Dharma Sutra Gives Lesson To Mankind). In addition, there is also a form of Kwan Im Pho Sat in Chien Chiu Kwan Im / Jeng Jiu Kwan Im / Qian Shou Guan Yin. (Kwan Im Thousand Arm / Hand) as the embodiment of Kwan Im always willing to grant requests sincere protection of his people. Nickname Kwan Im in full is:
    "Tay Tay Cu Pi, Kiu Kiu Kho Lan, Tay Ling Kam Kong, Kwan Im Sie Im Pho Sat".

    Jade or jade stone is a kind of " green jewel " is one of a kind gemstone of which consists of many elements of the mineral have been discovered and used by eastern nations for thousands of years ago.

    At this time jade lots originating from the region of Tibet , China and Burma as an export commodity . Jade is also believed efficacious makes peace , joy and health , safety .
    During the course of history after the discovery , jade has been known as an accessories and jewelry for thousands of years ago by human civilization . Even heralded as " rock saviors " even as " health stone " by tribes in East Asia and in Africa or America , including by the Mayans and Incas .

    Even in today's medical world is also believed to improve health have also been used in human civilization thousands of years ago . It is widely recorded in many ancient medical books and is recognized as one of the natural energy resources . In the medical world , this stone is widely used to improve blood circulation , anti -aging , boost immunity and relieving fatigue . Jade is also widely used at the time of Ceragem massage therapy . Besides the investigation showed that jade contains many important elements such as calcium , potassium , iron and magnesium .
    Jade into stone the most attractive in terms of jewelery , medical and uniqueness so that these stones also have many models depending upon the stone honed and shaped.
    Our collection of sculptures with a form of the goddess kwan im , a spectacular work wari who passed very rare .
    more information can contact us at midsisthree@gmail.com

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