Guan Yin is the bodhisattva of compassion and mercy. She is venerated in Mahayana Buddhism, Vajrayana Buddhism (where she is known as Avalokitesvara), and sometimes Theravada Buddhism. She is usually shown as female but sometimes shown as male. Her full name is Guanshiyin which means "Observing the Sounds (or cries) of the World."
Great Wisdom Removes Fear
Confusion leads to captivation, Sincerity leads to understanding, This is the world of cause and effect; The heart has a guide, Great wisdom removes fear.
