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Tricycle Archives 1995 Summer In Japanese Buddhism, the bodhisattva Jizo protects not just children—but fetuses. The late William LaFleur examines how rituals help families grieve without condemnation, offering a cultural counterpoint to polarized debates over abortion in the West. Accessible link
Apr 23, 2025, 8:39 PM
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