Which one of the following statements about the Buddhist Goddess Hariti is correct?
- A. She was converted by the Buddha from a blood-thirsty yakshi to a benevolent maternal figure. ✓
- B. She is the feminine personification of wisdom.
- C. She Protects people from eight great fears.
- D. She is a warrior goddess associated with the dawn.
Correct Answer: A. She was converted by the Buddha from a blood-thirsty yakshi to a benevolent maternal figure.
Explanation
According to Buddhist legend, Hariti was a demoness who devoured children until the Buddha taught her compassion, after which she became a protector of children.
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