Jizo Bodhisattva: Guardian of Children, Travelers, and Other Voyagers

by Jan Chozen Bays

Jizo is an important bodhisattva or "saint" of the Mahayana Buddhist tradition. Most prominent today in Japanese Zen, Jizo is understood to be the protector of those journeying through the physical and spiritual realms. This bodhisattva is closely associated with children, believed to be their guardian before birth, throughout childhood, and after death.

Here, an American Zen master offers an engaging and informative overview of the history of this important figure and conveys the practices and rituals connected with him, including a simple ceremony for remembering children who have died. Inspired by her own personal experience with Jizo practice, Bays explains how the Buddhist teachings on Jizo can bring peace to those confronted with suffering and loss.

Genres: Buddhism

320 pages, Paperback

First published November 11, 2003

Reviews

[T. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book, providing excellent historical perspective and spiritual guidance.

[Andy McLellan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is just a very beautiful book and I am grateful to Jan Chozen Bays for writing it.

[Linda Vituma · Rating 5 out of 5]

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