Kwan-yin statues Kwan-yin, also referred to as Kuan-yin, or Quan-yin is the goddess of mercy and compassion in Buddhism. Unlike other Buddhist gods, she is the model of beauty for the Chinese, and is not feared, but loved. Many statues and ornamental objects are created that depict Kway-yin. Most times she is depicted as a woman in white robes with a a white hood draped over her head and is often also shown barefoot. Often shown as tall and slender, a statue of Kwan-yin will sometimes show her nursing an infant or carrying a basket. Kwan-yin statues may also be made that show her riding on a mythological creature that looks similar to a lion. Kwan-yin is one of the most favorite and loved deities within Chinese culture. If one wanted to compliment a young woman, the best way to do so would be to call her a Kwan-yin, which is the highest form of compliment that a woman can receive. A wonderful way to decorate a home is with a statue of Kwan-yin. Many of the Kwan-yin statues in existence today have been carved with Jade, which is a lovely light green stone widely used in Chinese statues.
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