gun1 zi6 zoi6 pou4 saat3觀自在菩薩观自在菩萨
Jyutpinggun1 zi6 zoi6 pou4 saat3
Yalegūn jih joih pòuh saat
Definition
Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva; the Bodhisattva of Compassion.
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How it's used
This name is the standard translation used in the Heart Sutra, reflecting the meditative practice of observing the nature of reality. While many people in Hong Kong refer to the deity as 觀音, using the full name carries a more formal or ritualistic tone. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing Buddhist texts or visiting a temple.
Examples
May Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva bless us with peace.
Do you know who Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva is?
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