In mythology and religious history, figures that transcend or combine binary sex and gender are often seen as symbols of completeness, divine power, or the union of opposites. Ancient & Classical Traditions
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: Originally the masculine Avalokiteshvara in India, this Bodhisattva of Compassion is often depicted in East Asia with feminine or androgynous traits, transcending gender to aid all sentient beings. In mythology and religious history, figures that transcend