The hope for the future

Introduction:

Maitreya is a bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism who is revered as a future buddha and is often depicted in art and literature as a kind and compassionate figure. According to tradition, Maitreya will appear on earth in the future and will lead all beings to enlightenment. Maitreya is often depicted seated on a throne or holding a vase or other object symbolizing abundance, and is often accompanied by children or other symbols of prosperity. Maitreya is revered as a symbol of hope and as a guide for those seeking to follow the path to enlightenment. They are also seen as a patron of the arts and as a protector of children.