Senju Kannon
千手観音
Compassion, salvation of all beings, mercy
About
The thousand-armed form of Kannon (Avalokitesvara), symbolizing boundless compassion reaching all sentient beings. In Japan's syncretic tradition, Senju Kannon was often identified as the honji (original form) of various Shinto deities, and many shrine-temple complexes enshrined this bodhisattva.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Oya Shrine 大谷神社 | Tochigi | head |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Senju Kannon in Japanese mythology?
Senju Kannon (千手観音) is Compassion, salvation of all beings, mercy. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Senju Kannon?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Senju Kannon, including Oya Shrine.
What myths involve Senju Kannon?
Senju Kannon appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Compassion, salvation of all beings, mercy.