A Study on Miraculous Son-Wishing Narratives in Korean Buddhism: Focusing on the Religious Syncretism of Avalokiteśvara and Indigenous Faiths

December 31, 2025Won-Buddhist Thought & Religious Culture

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The aim is to explore the cultural and spiritual importance of son-wishing narratives in Korean Buddhism from a hope perspective.
Analyzed socio-cultural background of son-wishing beliefs related to childbearing in a patriarchal society.
Investigated the syncretic nature of Avalokiteśvara worship and indigenous faiths.
Examined how hope narratives have adapted in response to contemporary societal issues such as low birth rates.
Found that son-wishing narratives reflect women's urgent need for survival in a patriarchal context.
Revealed how Avalokiteśvara's promises intertwined with indigenous beliefs create strong faith responses.
Identified potential for these narratives to offer hope and a redefined sense of family in modern contexts.

Analyzes the significance of son-wishing narratives in Korean Buddhism, suggesting their role in fostering hope amid modern challenges.

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