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Thirty-Three Manifestations of Kuan Yin
Om Mani Peme Hum (5x)

In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground
before beloved Kuan Yin in all her manifestations.
OM
Give prayers to Kuan Yin for intercession in personal and
planetary matters.

~May all beings benefit _/\_
Namo Da Bei Guan Shi Yin

01 楊柳觀音. 大悲楊柳觀世音哀愍淪溺拔苦疾普入諸趣恆示現令脫流轉超出塵右手持楊柳枝，以楊柳枝替人消弭病災，誓言拔濟眾生病苦，故亦稱「藥王觀音」，為三十三觀音菩薩的首尊.1. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who holds a willow branch. (This image represents Kuan Yin’s ability to dispel illness with her healing powers. It teaches us of healing and compassion gained through inner flexibility and non-judgment.) Wo Xiang Yang Liu Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YANG LEE-OH GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

02 龍頭觀音聖德龍頭觀世音照現光華澤物種開眾蒙悋啟慧光普願有情悟覺明乘雲中之龍，以龍譬喻觀音之威德，是三十三身觀音中的天、龍身。2. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Dragon-Head Kuan Yin. (This image speaks of Kuan Yin’s unlimited powers to free us from lack and unnecessary suffering. It also teaches us how abundance and good fortune can be gained through gratitude.) Wo Xiang Long Tou Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG LOHNG TOE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

03持經觀音聲聞持經觀世音覺照內明光嚴飾最勝境界微妙智不循根塵歸元真坐於岩石上，右手持經卷，是三十三身觀音中的聲聞身. 3. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who holds the sutras. (This image represents the deeper insights of spiritual teachings. It teaches understanding of both the impermanence and eternity of this world and practical application of true spiritual wisdom.) Wo Xiang Chi Jing Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG TCHE JING GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

04 圓光觀音. 無垢圓光觀世音性淨明露常寂光能伏眾生災風火普明圓照遍十方. 身放光明，合掌而坐。「圓光」表觀世音菩薩的福德圓滿無缺。4. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of complete light. (This image speaks of light dispelling all perceived darkness and misfortune. It teaches us to increase the light in our chakras and how intense fire can purge our lives and consciousness.) Wo Xiang Yuan Guang Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YU-EN GWANG GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

05 遊戲觀音. 神通遊戲觀世音自在幻化徧知海千手千眼救倒懸三十二應普現身安坐雲端之上，表觀世音菩薩的教化圓通無礙，不拘時處，示現遊戲自在 5. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of enjoyment. (This image of the playful, lighthearted KuanYin speaks of her assistance of those on the path of enlightenment. It teaches us to be compassionate toward both our shortcomings and victories.) Wo Xiang You Xi Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YO SHIH GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

06白衣觀音. 大慈白衣觀世音隨緣赴感應群機三昧辯才善誘誨妙德圓成證菩提身穿白衣，左手持蓮花，右手作與願印。白色意指純淨，象徵菩提心，表示觀音胸懷菩提之心，是三十三身觀音中的比丘、比丘尼身.6. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before White-Robed Kuan Yin. (This image represents the virtuous Kuan Yin, a perfect embodiment of purity. It teaches us fearlessness and helps us to see each other as Kuan Yin sees us.) Wo Xiang Bai Yi Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG BUY YEE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

07 臥蓮觀音合掌蓮臥觀世音寂湛生光寶華開悟心無際性常凝圓明清淨大覺海合掌坐在池中蓮花之上，是三十三身觀音中的小王身。7. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who sits on a lotus leaf. (This image shows Kuan Yin as having complete dominion over any perceived darkness. It teaches us what is real and what is not and how to rise above all suffering.) Wo Xiang Lian Wo Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG LEE-EN WHAO GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

08 瀧見觀音莊嚴瀧見觀世音妙香芬馥悅意常般若真智施無畏進趣真淨妙吉祥倚於山崖，眺望瀑布。《普門品》云：「假使興害意，推落大火坑，念彼觀音力，火坑變成池。」為其由來。8. In humble adoration, I bow and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who views waterfalls. (This image protects us against fires and intense emotions. It teaches us to stay calm, not react to energies flung our way and to stay focused on the desired outcome.) Wo Xiang Long Jian Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG LOHNG JEN GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

09 施藥觀音寂靜施藥觀世音尋聲救苦難思議諦觀圓照三千界楊枝淨水洗凡塵坐於池邊，右手托頰，倚於膝上，凝視著面前的蓮花。施藥觀音因能施予良藥，除治眾生身心病苦而得名。9. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who gives medicine. (This image helps to dispel disease and all other difficult circumstances. It teaches us about compassion and how to be free from anger.) Wo Xiang Shi Yao Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG SHUH YAO GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

10 魚籃觀音. 除障魚籃觀世音慈無能勝演圓音精真洞然眾業海六道群迷蒙慈恩乘於大魚背上，或一手提盛有大魚之籃。表示排除羅剎、毒龍、惡鬼等障礙。 10. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of the fish basket. (This image speaks of saving lives and souls. It teaches us to be kind to all forms of life and when to sacrifice for the benefit of others.) Wo Xiang Yu Lan Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YU LAHN GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

11德王觀音赴感德王觀世音性淨妙常香光嚴慧啟群萌觀自在梵王身相應現來趺坐於岩上，右手持綠葉一枝。是三十三身觀音中的梵王身。梵王為色界之王，因德性高超故名「德王」11. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin as King of Merit. (This image is about accomplishments and a sense of spiritual worthiness. It teaches us of true virtues and how to become a person of integrity and spiritual refinement.) Wo Xiang De Wang Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG DUH WAHNG GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

12 水月觀音吉祥水月觀世音寶光常寂照三途解結怨瞋八難苦周徧寂湛大悲母月下乘蓮瓣，飄蕩海面觀看映照水上之月。是三十三身觀音中的辟支佛身。12. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of moon and water. (This image speaks of cause and effect. It teaches us about reality, unreality and how our outer life is a reflection of some aspect of our own consciousness.) Wo Xiang Shui Yue Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG SHUE YEH GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

13 一葉觀音. 乘蓮一葉觀世音解縈眾生煩惱結法音常轉廣長舌定慧等持契果覺13. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before One-Leaf Kuan Yin. (Floating upon a single leaf, Kuan Yin protects us from perishing in the astral sea. It teaches us to remain centered and how to master our subconscious energies.) Wo Xiang Yi Ye Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YEE YEH GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

14青頸觀音勇健青頸觀世音大悲示現威猛相晦闇長夜為燈燭苦海波翻作舟航坐於斷崖上，右膝立起，右手置於膝上，左手扶著岩壁，旁置一有柳枝之瓶，是三十三身觀音中的佛身。14. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Blue-Throat Kuan Yin. (This image protects us from various poisons. It teaches us to be mindful of our speech and to always be in a vibration of loving-kindness.) Wo Xiang Qing Jing Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG CHIN JING GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

15 威德觀音攝眾威德觀世音摧破邪妖鎮魍魎天大將軍度滄海普門示現降吉祥岩上觀水，左手持蓮花，右手著地。是三十三身觀音中的天大將軍身。15. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of power and virtue. (This image protects us from perceived oppressive authorities. It teaches us to focus our energies on expanding the good and pouring creative light into our goals.) Wo Xiang Wei De Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG WAY DUH GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

16 延命觀音息災延命觀世音滅諸咒詛毒怨害懸示留礙輪迴種紫金光照覺滄海倚水邊岩上，悠然觀賞景物。此尊能消除咒詛及毒藥，令眾生延命長壽故稱「延命」。乘一葉蓮瓣浮於水面漂行。是三十三身觀音中的宰官身。16. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who extends life. (This image protects us from the fear of curses and poisons. It teaches us that light is our protection and that, by the law of attraction, harm always returns to its source.) Wo Xiang Yan Ming Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YEN MING GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

17 眾寶觀音妙嚴眾寶觀世音般若光宣示真際寂靜明心覺觀照長者身相度群迷坐在地上，右手向地，左手放在彎起的膝上，是三十三身觀音中的長者身.17. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of various treasures. (This image offers spiritual seekers inner fortification and protection. It teaches us to seek help when we have gone off course and that one person’s prayer can make a difference for the many.)Wo Xiang Zhong Bao Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG DJUHNG BAO GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

18 岩戶觀音寂然岩戶觀世音淨眼普觀周沙界息滅三毒貪愛苦蚖蛇蝮蝎出窟穴端坐於岩窟內。《普門品》云：「蚖蛇及蝮蠍，氣毒煙火燃，念彼觀音力，尋聲自迴去。」因這些毒蟲多盤踞洞穴內，為免其出洞危害眾生，觀音因此坐鎮岩窟中保護眾生。18. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of the rock cave. (This image offers protection from negative vibrations and negative perceptions. It teaches us how to properly care for our bodies and to guard the gate of consciousness.) Wo Xiang Yan Hu Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YEN WHO GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

19 能靜觀音安穩能靜觀世音開示法藏戒定慧三無漏學善護念悲智雙運登覺岸坐水邊岩上，雙手安置石上作靜寂相。能靜觀音因能救護遭難者，使得平靜安穩而得名，為海路守護神。19. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who calms. (This image helps us to be centered. It teaches us how to overcome anger and ignorance and not to be moved by any appearance or experience.) Wo Xiang Neng Jing Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG NUNG JING GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

20 阿耨觀音. 觀海阿耨觀世音妙善圓明不思議銷塵龍魚諸鬼難度脫有情出淪溺立右膝坐於岩上，雙手抱膝觀望大海。20. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Anu Kuan Yin. (This image represents the sacred mountain lake Anu. The rivers flowing from the lake pour out heavenly blessings in every direction. It teaches us about the path of the Bodhisattva and bids us to spread the message of Kuan Yin’s transmuting powers of mercy and compassion to the world.) Wo Xiang Anu Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG AH-NOO GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

21阿摩提觀音無畏觀音阿摩提毘沙門天威神力顧盼微塵目雄毅智慧照見離苦際雙手置膝上，遍身有光焰坐在岩上，是三十三身觀音中的毘沙門身。21. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of fearlessness. (This image bestows fearlessness when in challenging circumstances. It teaches us to be filled with love and guard against judging reality by what is perceived through the five senses.) Wo Xiang A Mo Ti Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG AH-MO-TEE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

22葉衣觀音圓明葉衣觀世音三千威儀妙慈容神光內凝覺真澄心光發宣帝釋身坐於敷草的岩上，是三十三身觀音中的帝釋身22. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Leaves-Robe Kuan Yin. (This image protects against disease and ensures longevity. It teaches us how to work with the forces of nature and to gain wisdom through observing the manifestations of cosmic law.) Wo Xiang Ye Yi Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YEH YEE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

23 琉璃觀音. 淨妙琉璃觀世音旋湛清瑩熙怡相息諸災厄成虛淨銷滅三毒證菩提觀音雙手捧琉璃香爐（或缽），乘蓮瓣浮於水面，是三十三身觀音中的自在天身。23. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Vaidurya Kuan Yin. (This image is for healing. It teaches us to use lapis lazuli for healing and to bless and pray for all suffering life.) Wo Xiang Liu Li Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG LEE-OH LEE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

24 多羅觀音救苦多羅觀世音與樂拔苦現剎塵甘露徧灑十方界遍應六趣普現身直立乘雲，合掌，手持青蓮花。梵名「多羅」亦為救度，故又名「救度母觀音」。《普門品》云：「或值怨賊繞，各執刀加害，念彼觀音力，咸即起慈心。」為此尊由來。24. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Tara Kuan Yin. (This image is of the Mother of Salvation. It teaches us about the feminine aspect of God and how to always view others with healing compassion.) Wo Xiang Duo Luo Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG DOH LOE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

25 蛤蜊觀音啟悟蛤蜊觀世音慈誨愛語殷玄示無礙神變覺有情歷劫熏修應微塵自蛤蜊貝殼中示現，是三十三身觀音中的菩薩身 25. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of the clam. (This image protects us from perceived harm. It teaches us how to overcome certain states of consciousness and how to open closed, unmoving hearts and situations.) Wo Xiang Ge Li Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG GUH LEE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

26 六時觀音. 淨光六時觀世音晝夜開敷慈音揚普願輪迴諸眾生咸令安樂超出相右手持梵篋的立像，此篋是六字章句陀羅尼，誦之得脫六道苦果得六妙門，證六根相應。為三十三身觀音中的居士身。 26. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of six hours. (This image reminds us of Kuan Yin’s omnipresence and omniscience. It teaches us mastery over time and about being present in the Now.)Wo Xiang Liu Shi Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG LEE-OH SHIH GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

27 普悲觀音. 寶光普悲觀世音妙相慈顏淨端嚴圓明照徹三有海大自在天聖威神雙手披衣，立於山嶽之上。「普慈」意即普遍施給眾生慈悲。是三十三身觀音中的大自在天身。27. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of universal compassion. (This image brings promises of an end to all suffering. It teaches us about compassion as the nexus between heaven and earth, and how to attain enlightenment by actively practicing compassion.) Wo Xiang Pu Bei Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG POO BAY GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

28 馬郎觀音. 善德觀音馬郎婦寂妙湛然淨明露夢幻泡影示出離光照癡闇煩惱除民間婦女形象。即在「魚籃觀音」故事中化身為少女嫁給馬郎的觀音。是三十三身觀音中的婦女身。28. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin, called the wife of Ma-Lang. (This image bids us to demonstrate the path to higher consciousness. It teaches discernment of spirits and prepares us to share our insights with others.) Wo Xiang Ma Lang Fu Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG MA LANG FOO GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

29 合掌觀音. 禮敬合掌觀世音耳根圓通法門開清淨寶覺徧含容普令解脫越苦海合掌立於蓮華臺上，乃三十三身觀音中的婆羅門身。29. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of prayer. (This image represents dedication of one’s life to a spiritual path. It teaches us about devotion and the gifts of the Holy Spirit.) Wo Xiang He Zhang Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG HERH JAHNG GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

30 一如觀音. 法性一如觀世音大悲如海性圓澄慈音無遮開沉惑直趣覺海不二門觀音坐在雲中蓮華座上立左膝，現征伏雷電之姿，為《普門品》云：「雲雷鼓掣電，降雹澍大雨，念彼觀音力，應時得消散。」之表徵。30. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of oneness. (This image represents harmony. It teaches us to rise above the vibrations of this world and to remain centered when experiencing the appearance of negative energy.) Wo Xiang Yi Ru Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG YEE ROO GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

31 不二觀音圓融不二觀世音普救眾生施無畏金剛教化覺岸回無上妙淨蓮池會兩手低垂，乘一片蓮葉浮於水面，是三十三身觀音中的執金剛神身。31. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin of non-duality. (This image promises protection from perceived negative energies. It teaches us how to suspend judgment and conquer our belief in any internal or external division.) Wo Xiang Bu Er Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG BOO-AHR GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

32 持蓮觀音. 妙哉持蓮觀世音缽頭摩華淨妙香十四無畏功德藏六道眾生同悲仰雙手執持一莖蓮華，是三十三身觀音中的童男童女身。32. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin holding a lotus. (This image represents the vow of the bodhisattva. It teaches us to correctly perceive the requirement of the hour and how to consciously work with the energies of our chakras.) Wo Xiang Chi Lian Hua Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG TCHE LEE-EN HWA GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM

33 灑水觀音. 清淨灑水觀世音妙湛慈母化閻浮如海印現悉平等普濟含識出三途又名滴水觀音，左手持缽，右手執楊枝作灑水狀。33. In humble adoration, I kneel and touch my forehead to the ground before Kuan Yin who sprinkles pure water. (This image represents the many blessings of Kuan Yin. It teaches us about the healing, transforming powers of forgiveness, mercy and compassion.) Wo Xiang Sa Shui Guan Yin Kou Tou (WHA CHIANG SAH SHUE GWAN YIN KOE TOE) (3x) OM