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Kuan Yin's

cruel father married her sisters to unkind men. Seeing this, Kuan Yin asked to join a temple where her father ensured she was given the hardest chores. She slaved night and day until the animals of the forest came to her aid. 

Her father, in a fury, had her killed for disobedience.  But Kuan Yin's purity and compassion transformed her into a Goddess committed to ending suffering on Earth.


Each goddesses is a fascinating study and a part of our history too often forgotten. For more information check out some related links  and some recommended books.