U Shin Gyi
nature_spirit water Burmese single tradition · 1
U Shin Gyi is a Burmese nat (spirit) commonly venerated in the Ayeyarwady Delta region. He is regarded as the guardian spirit of the sea, rivers, and waterways, and is especially revered by coastal communities. He is believed to protect fishermen, boatmen, and travelers who traverse the waterways, and is associated with blessings of safety, abundance, and favorable tides.
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- co occurs with
- nat sisters, Kyunnyo Thakin Nat U Shin
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wikipedia (1)
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“Prayers to U Shin Gyi invoke protection against sea monsters, natural disasters, and bad omens: "May the power of the gods remove all dangers and dangers... May the evil dreams, evil spirits, tigers, snakes, and crocodiles be kept at bay. Lord of salt water, Lord of the gods, the first god..."”
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