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Jizo(Ojizo San)
Jizo ( affectionately called ojizo san). Ojizo san is a deity in Buddhism
and he is probably the most beloved figures in Buddhism in Japan. One of
the reasons he is so loved by so many people is the mission given by Buddha
to lead all beings and creatures to salvation while Buddha is in nirvana
(the realm of enlightenment). It is believed that he stays in this world
with us so that he can take on all suffering for us regardless of what
or who you are . Until this mission is accomplished, he is not to enter
the nirvana. He is also known specifically as the protector of deceased
children including miscarried, aborted or stillborn infants which is why
ojizo san is often wearing red cap and bib around the neck. Some people
might think ojizo san looks somewhat strange or even weird but to most
Japanese people ojizo san is like an embodiment of benevolence and compassion.
His round face and Mona Lisa like faint smile brings warmth to many peoplefs
mind. For these reasons, thousands of ojizo san-themed products has been
created. Keep your favorite ojizo san always by your side, it sure will
bring smile to your heart.
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