26-02-2025, 01:10 PM
Quote:The character Nezha, while widely known in Chinese mythology, actually originates from India, where he is called Nalakuvara or Nalakūbara in Buddhist and Hindu traditions; essentially, his character was adapted and developed further within Chinese mythology as it spread through Buddhism.
Key points about Nezha's Indian origins:
Sanskrit name: Nezha's Indian name is "Nalakuvara" or "Nalakūbara" in Sanskrit.
Buddhist influence: As Buddhism spread to China, the character of Nalakuvara was adapted into Nezha.
Taoist incorporation: In Chinese mythology, Nezha is primarily associated with Taoism and is often referred to as the "Marshal of the Central Altar".
https://theprint.in/opinion/chinas-bigge...n/2510273/