- Puhsien
- Name under which the Vedic sun god, Pushan, was introduced into China, about AD 300.
Who’s Who in non-classical mythology . John Keegan. 2014.
Puhsien
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Chinese Creation Legend — From primeval chaos matter was formed which eventually divided into Yang and Yin, the male and female principles. From these arose Pan Ku, a giant, from whose body the world and our solar system were composed. Shang Ti and Tien, the heaven… … Who’s Who in non-classical mythology
Pushan — In Vedic myth the sun; the guardian and preserver of cattle; the companion of travellers and guide of the soul in the lower world. About AD 300 he was introduced into Chinese myth under the name of Puhsien. It is said that at the behest of… … Who’s Who in non-classical mythology
