These beings, who are instructed by the Lotus Sutra to use "skillful means" to ease suffering, include the compassionate Avalokiteshvara in the Mahayana tradition.
One of these figures has a white parrot for a disciple and rides a supernatural tiger from her execution to the underworld; that figure is among two of these who carry a wish-fulfilling jewel. The other jewel-carrier, Ksitigarbha, takes a vow to empty all hells. These beings are often said to have undergone ten bhumis. Shantideva wrote a text on their "Way of Life" in which he outlines the necessary six perfections that accompany their aim. These beings, who are instructed by the Lotus Sutra to use "skillful means" to ease suffering, include the compassionate Avalokiteshvara in the Mahayana tradition. A future one who waits until all hope has left the world to come is named Maitreya. For 10 points, name this group of godlike beings who stay behind in order to help others attain nirvana in Buddhism.
One of these figures has a white parrot for a disciple and rides a supernatural tiger from her execution to the underworld; that figure is among two of these who carry a wish-fulfilling jewel.
bodhisattvas [or bodhisattas; do not prompt "Buddhas"]