Tenjin, the Scholar

Being the God of Teaching, he has values for those who pray to him, have diligence, and work hard. He is very wise and often speaks in a poetic manner. He believes that knowledge leads to the betterment of oneself and the world.

Depiction

Tenjin appears to be a middle-aged man around his late 50's to 70's, with grey hair, when down, that is shoulder length. He is normally seen wearing a black priest's outfit. His symbol is that of the folding fan, many of his followers carry one.

Holy Days

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Worshipers

Teachers, scholars, and students are some of his most devoted followers as it is said he increases one's ability to learn.

Tenjin's Tenants

• Have Diligence and work hard.
• Spread your knowledge to the world only is it is knowledge that improves the world.
• Learning the mysteries of the world is a noble task.
• Before you pass write a book.

Titles

• The Scholar
• God of Learning
• God of Teaching

Portfolios

• Knowledge
• Medicine