Hello Readers, Knowledge Update for June 2011. Updates to A-to-Z Dictionary of Japanese Deities » Bishamonten, God of Treasure, Wealth, & Warriors http://www.onmarkproductions.com/html/bishamonten.shtml This month we turn our attention to Bishamonten 毘沙門天, one of Japan’s popular Seven Lucky Gods. This armor-clad, weapon-wielding, demon-stomping deity was introduced to Japan in the 6th century AD as one of … Continue reading Buddha Statues & Japan — June 2011