Shūshō

Shūshō [革商; しゅうしょう] is a demigod in Kiren mythology, born from the first humans, Inōtō and Iyane. Although not fully a deity, Shūshō was descended from the shinogami and therefore was granted celestial powers by Kasshingami after his birth. He is thought to be the god of order, harmony, wisdom, negotiation and peace. Shūshō has the ability to communicate with humans, but may also relay their messages to higher gods, making him a kind of mediator. He also is said to be the great-grandfather of the first Emperor, Dairin.
Shūshō is worshipped at over 2,000 temples across the country, and is often enshrined alongside his wife, Bihanakami, and his son Yakeya, the patron spirit of hunters. Shūshō, along with other kami, is celebrated during the Enlightenment Festival [Jiizōgai] every January, which is held by Kiren priests and monks.
Shūshō is often considered a patron spirit of scholars and politicians. In popular depictions, he is shown as an elderly man with flowing grey or white hair, dressed in plain robes, and holding a set of scales.
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Category:Deities