Underworld Savior
Dizang Wang
A bodhisattva associated with salvation of souls and compassion within the underworld.
Mythology
Chinese Buddhism
Role
Bodhisattva
Weapon
Sacred Staff
Affiliation
Buddhist Realms
Origin
Buddhist Tradition
Era
Classical East Asian Buddhist Tradition
Abilities
Soul Guidance
Compassion
Spiritual Salvation
Symbolism
Compassion
Salvation
Mercy
Themes
Guidance after death
Compassion
Spiritual salvation
Philosophy
Interpretation
Represents compassion extended even to suffering souls after death.