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In the Mahayana Buddhism, the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara was also called ________.

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Vajrapani
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Manjusri
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Padmapani
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Maitreya
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Solution

The correct option is B Padmapani
A Bodhisattva means one who has the essence of enlightenment. Anyone who has a spontaneous wish to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of all is a Bodhisattva. A bodhisattva is bound to enlighten and refers to all who are destined to become Buddhas in this life or another life. There are celestial bodhisattvas which are manifestations of Gautam Buddha.

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