Nio (guardians against evil spirits) flank the gates into Buddhist Temples. The Nio with his hand up welcomes pure hearts. The closed mouth can symbolize the end (death) or holding in good spirits. - The Collins Family on the Web

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Nio (guardians against evil spirits) flank the gates into Buddhist Temples. The Nio with his hand up welcomes pure hearts. The closed mouth can symbolize the end (death) or holding in good spirits.

Nio (guardians against evil spirits) flank the gates into Buddhist Temples. The Nio with his hand up welcomes pure hearts. The closed mouth can symbolize the end (death) or holding in good spirits.