Great Compassion Mantra
February 5th, 2009 by host
Synopsis: The Nīlakaha Dhāranī also known as Mahā Karuā Dhāranī, popularly known as the Great Compassion Mantra in English, and known as the Dàbēi Zhòu大悲咒 in Mandarin Chinese, is a dharani of Mahayana Buddhist origin. It was spoken by the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara before an assembly of Buddhas, bodhisattvas, devas and kings, according to the Mahakarunikacitta Sutra. Like the now popular six-syllable mantra, it is a popular mantra synonymous with Avalokitesvara in East Asia. It is often used for protection or purification. [more]
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