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Myths of China and Japan

Note 35 — Chapter XIX · Rival Deities of Life and Death, Sunshine and Storm

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One of the gods then held up the mirror, and the sun-goddess was astonished to behold a bright deity, not knowing it was her reflected image, and gradually came forth, fascinated by her own beauty and brightness. A strong deity took her hand and drew her out while another deity, Grand Jewel, drew a straw rope behind her so as to prevent her retreating.35 In this manner the sun-goddess was enticed to return and light up the world.

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