In the depiction of Avalokiteshvara with 1000 arms and 1000 eyes, he is often portrayed with multiple heads.

Avalokiteshvara is typically depicted with eleven heads in this form. These heads are arranged in tiers, symbolizing his ability to see and respond to the suffering of all sentient beings in all directions.

The eleven heads are usually depicted in a variety of colors, each symbolizing different aspects of his compassion and wisdom:

First tier(bottom), four heads, four heads, usually white, Representing purity and the foundation of compassion.

Second tier (Middle), three heads, often blue or green, symbolizing calmness, balance, and the healing nature of compassion.

Third tier (Top), three heads, often red, representing intense compassion and the transformative power of love.

Topmost Head, one head, usually dark blue or black, often depicted as a wrathful form, symbolizing the fierce aspect of compassion that can destroy ignorance and protect beings from harm.

Uppermost head,

One head, usually gold or white, sometimes, above all these heads, there is an additional head of Amitabha Buddha, often in gold or white, symbolizing Avalokiteshvara's spiritual lineage and the ultimate source of his compassion.