The Eighteen Lohans
Lohans are well-known for their great wisdom, courage and supernatural power. Due to their abilities to ward off the evil, Lohans have became guardian angels of the Chinese Buddhist temple and there in the main hall standing guard are the ever-present, indomitable-looking 18 Lohan figures, sometimes accompanied by 500 or more lesser Lohans.
• The Lohans' Place in Buddhism (Japanese: Rakan; Chinese: Lohan; Tibetan: Gnas-brtan) [click on images to view]
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Source: buddhanet.net
