[Buddha-l] Rice & Dragons

[Jo]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_dragon : Chinese dragon is a mythical
creature in Chinese mythology and folklore, with mythic counterparts among
Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Bhutanese, Western and Turkic dragons.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/European_dragon 

JK

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[mailto:buddha-l-bounces at mailman.swcp.com] On Behalf Of Artur Karp
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2012 2:49 PM
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Subject: Re: [Buddha-l] Rice & Dragons

> However, let us not forget Gandhara and its Bactrian allies in the
> northwest, as well as the kingdoms of Mathura in the north. These areas
> cultivated wheat and other grains, and were also inhabited by the
folkloric
> figures of serpent and dragon.

Yes, it's obvious. as far as wheat, barley etc.is concerned. But, is
the figure of the friendly dragon to be found there? N and N-W India?

Maybe simplistic, but still the triad Buddhism-rice-dragon sounds
interesting. Even elegant.


Artur
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