Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
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Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
I was curious if Shichifukujin translates to anything meaningful? I asked a co-worker who is from Singapore and speaks 6 languages about this. Since his knowledge of Japanese is limited, he told me 'shichi' means 41 and 'jin' means man. He does not know what 'fuku' means. So if his translation is correct, the card is '41 ??? man dragon'. Any Japanese speakers out there that can help? (ie. macone)
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
Shichifukujin is the name for the Seven Gods of Luck. Have a look here: http://home.inter.net/eds/oldtokyo/shichifukujin.html
I do not know whether each syllable has a separate meaning, though. Maybe someone can help?
I do not know whether each syllable has a separate meaning, though. Maybe someone can help?
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
perhapes the definition of Shichifukujin merits inclusion on the magic rarities page discussing unique cards?
Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
I think it's "七福神", in which case "shichi" is seven, "fuku" means fortune, and "jin" means god (same character as "kami"). Â "Jin" can also mean man, but that's a different character.
EDIT: Looks like pasting Japanese doesn't work... you can see the word here if you have the right fonts.
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EDIT: Looks like pasting Japanese doesn't work... you can see the word here if you have the right fonts.
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
I'll need to send this to my Malaysian co-worker to correct his Japanese. Thanks a bunch. so the card's name meansI think it's "七福神", in which case "shichi" is seven, "fuku" means fortune, and "jin" means god (same character as "kami"). "Jin" can also mean man, but that's a different character.
EDIT: Looks like pasting Japanese doesn't work... you can see the word here if you have the right fonts.
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"Dragon of the Seven Gods of Fortune"
If this indeed can be confirmed, then I propse adding this information to the Shichifukujin write up as it is an interesting fact that I am sure many non-Japanese speakers are unaware of.
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
I think this is a good idea also. I knew it had something to do with the 7 Gods, but thats only because I have spent a bunch of time trying to find another scan of the Dragon.
I'll need to send this to my Malaysian co-worker to correct his Japanese. Â Thanks a bunch. Â so the card's name means
"Dragon of the Seven Gods of Fortune"
If this indeed can be confirmed, then I propse adding this information to the Shichifukujin write up as it is an interesting fact that I am sure many non-Japanese speakers are unaware of.
Macone - Are you able to go to the old Hobby Japan store (if that is where it still is), and get a really nice digital photo of the Dragon? Maybe a few pics. Hopefully the display case does not distort picture taking too much.
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
Shichifukujin Dragon original art is now Hobby Japan Head Office in Tokyo.
I consider that it is better to ask Ron Foster, Wizards of the Coast Territory Manager for Japan/Korea. He can easily come into HJ office. ;)
I consider that it is better to ask Ron Foster, Wizards of the Coast Territory Manager for Japan/Korea. He can easily come into HJ office. ;)
Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
Hi Silver.
but thats only because I have spent a bunch of time trying to find another scan of the Dragon.
What about Cristopher Rush,the Artist ;)
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
I wrote him once before, and did not receive a reply. I had also found an article somewhere on the Web about Rush and the Dragon, and he mentioned that he received no proofs, and he did not have pictures either, so I have not bothered trying to contact him again. Though, I probably should, just in case my original email was lost, or considered spam :oHi Silver.
What about Cristopher Rush,the Artist  ;)
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
December 15, 2003
Q: "I was reading a list of Magic promo cards listed on another website, and found one named 'Shichifukujin Dragon.' I collect dragon cards, so I want to know if this card is real. If so where can I find a picture of it?"
--Jamie, Jacksonville, FL
A: From Ron Foster, Japan Organized Play Manager:
"The Shichifukujin Dragon card is indeed real. It was created as a special commemorative card for the opening of the DCI Japan Tournament Center several years ago, in 1996. The card was based on a Japanese legendary lucky dragon, and Christopher Rush was commissioned to do the art. The card text reads:
Q: "I was reading a list of Magic promo cards listed on another website, and found one named 'Shichifukujin Dragon.' I collect dragon cards, so I want to know if this card is real. If so where can I find a picture of it?"
--Jamie, Jacksonville, FL
A: From Ron Foster, Japan Organized Play Manager:
"The Shichifukujin Dragon card is indeed real. It was created as a special commemorative card for the opening of the DCI Japan Tournament Center several years ago, in 1996. The card was based on a Japanese legendary lucky dragon, and Christopher Rush was commissioned to do the art. The card text reads:
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
also found this:
http://www.luckywonders.com/SevenLuckyGodsJapan.htm
and all the names of the 7 lucky gods:
The Shichifukujin are an eclectic group of deities from Japan, India, and China. Only one is native to Japan (Ebisu). Three are from India (Daikokuten, Bishamonten, and Benzaiten) and three from China (Hotei, Jurojin, and Fukurokuju). Click name for photos and textual review.
Name
Function
Associations
Ebisu
Japan
Shinto Name:
Kotoshiro-
nushi-no-kami
God of
Fishermen
Rice Farmers
Good Forture
and Commerce
Fish (tai or sea bream), which symbolizes celebration (Japanese word for celebration is omede-tai); fishing rod in right hand; folding fan; grants success to people in their chosen occupations; son of Daikoku?; the Mercury or Hermes of Japan?
Daikokuten
India
Mahakala
Intro to Japan 9th century AD
God of Wealth
Prosperity
Farmers
Flood Control
The Kitchen
Member TENBU
God of five cereals; rice bales; treasure sack (bag); magic mallet in right hand; sometimes wears hood; rat (found around food); often shown with Ebisu, his son?; merged with Shinto deity of good harvests, Okuninushi no Mikoto
Benzaiten
India
Sarasvati
Goddess of
Music, Fine Arts
Eloquence, Lit.
Japanese mandolin, lute,
majic jewel, snake, sea dragon
Only female among the seven
Member of the TENBU grouping
Hotei
China
Pu-tai
Maitreya ??
God of
Contentment
and Happiness
Bag of food and treasure that never empties; oogi (fan), small children at his feet; supposedly only member of seven based on actual person; known as the Laughing Buddha; rubbing his stomach is said to bring good luck; incarnation of Bodhisattva Maitreya?
Fukurokuju
China
God of Wisdom
and Longevity
Long white beard, cane with sutra scroll, drinking gourd, crane, deer, stag, tortoise (symbol of longevity); scroll said to contain all the wisdom in the world; said to inhabit same body as Jurojin
Jurojin
China
God of Longevity
Long white beard, holy staff and scroll, tortoise, deer, stag, crane; in same body as Fukurokuju; scroll said to hold the secret to longevity
Bishamonten
India
Tamonten
Shitenno
God of Treasure
God of War
God of Warriors
Skt. Vaisravana
Wears armor, carries spear and pagoda of treasures; pigeon is messenger; Vaisravana in Sanskrit; also Tamonten, one of the Shitenno and TENBU
http://www.luckywonders.com/SevenLuckyGodsJapan.htm
and all the names of the 7 lucky gods:
The Shichifukujin are an eclectic group of deities from Japan, India, and China. Only one is native to Japan (Ebisu). Three are from India (Daikokuten, Bishamonten, and Benzaiten) and three from China (Hotei, Jurojin, and Fukurokuju). Click name for photos and textual review.
Name
Function
Associations
Ebisu
Japan
Shinto Name:
Kotoshiro-
nushi-no-kami
God of
Fishermen
Rice Farmers
Good Forture
and Commerce
Fish (tai or sea bream), which symbolizes celebration (Japanese word for celebration is omede-tai); fishing rod in right hand; folding fan; grants success to people in their chosen occupations; son of Daikoku?; the Mercury or Hermes of Japan?
Daikokuten
India
Mahakala
Intro to Japan 9th century AD
God of Wealth
Prosperity
Farmers
Flood Control
The Kitchen
Member TENBU
God of five cereals; rice bales; treasure sack (bag); magic mallet in right hand; sometimes wears hood; rat (found around food); often shown with Ebisu, his son?; merged with Shinto deity of good harvests, Okuninushi no Mikoto
Benzaiten
India
Sarasvati
Goddess of
Music, Fine Arts
Eloquence, Lit.
Japanese mandolin, lute,
majic jewel, snake, sea dragon
Only female among the seven
Member of the TENBU grouping
Hotei
China
Pu-tai
Maitreya ??
God of
Contentment
and Happiness
Bag of food and treasure that never empties; oogi (fan), small children at his feet; supposedly only member of seven based on actual person; known as the Laughing Buddha; rubbing his stomach is said to bring good luck; incarnation of Bodhisattva Maitreya?
Fukurokuju
China
God of Wisdom
and Longevity
Long white beard, cane with sutra scroll, drinking gourd, crane, deer, stag, tortoise (symbol of longevity); scroll said to contain all the wisdom in the world; said to inhabit same body as Jurojin
Jurojin
China
God of Longevity
Long white beard, holy staff and scroll, tortoise, deer, stag, crane; in same body as Fukurokuju; scroll said to hold the secret to longevity
Bishamonten
India
Tamonten
Shitenno
God of Treasure
God of War
God of Warriors
Skt. Vaisravana
Wears armor, carries spear and pagoda of treasures; pigeon is messenger; Vaisravana in Sanskrit; also Tamonten, one of the Shitenno and TENBU
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Re: Shichifukujin...what does it mean?
I came across this site before. When I first saw the pictures (before I read anything), I thought it was a bunch of chocolates!! Thought this would be neat to buy, and then realized it was alabaster. Don't think that would taste quite as good!
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Well I failed to shre this before, but I was sent this by my Malaysian co-worker:
http://home.inter.net/eds/oldtokyo/shichifukujin.html
The seven gods are described in one nice little page.
http://home.inter.net/eds/oldtokyo/shichifukujin.html
The seven gods are described in one nice little page.
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mintcollector: Well, this is the same link I posted above ...
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Ralph: Sorry, I was not paying attention. I found that link via a Google search and via my co-worker. mintcollector: Well, this is the same link I posted above ...
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