A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Zawgyi is a semi-immortal human alchemist and mystic with supernatural powers. Traditionally he carries attributes like a red hat and magic, a three-pronged walking stick called Trituli (similar to ‘Trishula’ (Sanskrit for “triple-spear”), a mysterious symbol of great importance in India.
Zawgyi statue at Shwedagon Pagoda. Image credit: – CC BY-SA 3.0
Being one of the supernatural figures in Burmese mythology and folklore, Zawgyi remains a popular figure in ancient traditions.
As a magician, Zawgyi can do many unbelievable things. He can disappear or fly like a bird in the sky, take a tour to the moon, travel beneath the Earth, oceans and perform necromancy, divination, and resurrection as well.
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