BENZAITEN
Japanese Good Luck Goddess
Also known as Bensaiten, Benten-Sama
Goddess of Fortune
The only Goddess among the Shichi Fukujin team of Good Luck Gods.
She is identified with the Hindu Sarasvati but also has Buddhist tendencies. Love, sea, music and literature are among her specialties.
Benzaiten Facts and Figures
Name: Benzaiten
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Bensaiten, Benten-Sama
Gender: Female
Type: Goddess
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present
Role:
In charge of: Good Luck
Area of expertise: Good Fortune
Good/Evil Rating: NEUTRAL, may not care
Popularity index: 5642
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Article last revised on September 23, 2018 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders
References: Coming soon.