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In the Buddhist faith, the Four Heavenly Kings are four guardian gods, each of whom watches over one cardinal direction of the world. They reside in the C?turmah?r?jika heaven on the lower slopes of Mount Sumeru, which is the lowest of the six worlds of the devas of the K?madh?tu. They are the protectors of the world and fighters of evil, each able to command a legion of supernatural creatures to protect the Dharma.

[edit] Zouchouten

Main article: Zouchouten

As a Defender of Law, Zouchouten is considered one of the Four Heavenly Kings featured in Buddhism. He holds a spear, and has been assigned by Lord Sakra with protecting the southern domains of Mount Neru.

Zouchouten was originally the ruler of the gods. He is considered the God of Harvest and the King of the Kumbhanda.

[edit] Koumokuten

Main article: Koumokuten

As a Defender of Law, Koumokuten is considered one of the Four Heavenly Kings featured in Buddhism. He holds a three-bladed vajra and has been assigned by Lord Sakra with protecting the western domains of Mount Neru.

He has strong ties with the Naga, and is sometimes depicted as being their king. He is said to be omniscient, a power he uses to find evil deeds being committed all around the world and redirect these sinners towards the path of righteousness.

[edit] Jikokuten

Main article: Jikokuten

As a Defender of the Law, Jikokuten is considered one of the Four Heavenly Kings in Buddhism. He holds a sword and a Mani stone, and has been assigned by Lord Sakra with protecting the eastern domains of Mount Neru.

Jikokuten is also sometimes known as a Nation-Ruling God. When he governs a nation, he does so as King of the Gandharvas.

[edit] Bishamonten

Main article: Bishamonten

Bishamonten, also known as Tamonten, is one of the Four Heavenly Kings featured in Buddhist teachings. His name means "He who hears everything" and he is the guardian of the North. He is also associated with the colour yellow, the mongoose and the umbrella. His attendants are the natural spirits, the Yaksha. Bishamonten is often considered to be a god of justice and war. He originated from the Hindu god of the north, Kubera, and the two are sometimes considered one-in-the-same.