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53 Monks and 3 Dragons
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Region: Korea
Time Period: Unknown
References in Literature: None found
Sources: Dragons and Dragon Lore pg 89-90

Notes:
  • Similar to how Christians used the cross.
Tale:

Centuries ago, 53 traveling Buddhist monks took rest under a tree when 3 dragons appeared and attacked with the help of the wind dragon. The priests put images of Buddha on each root and the dragons were forced back into the well. The priest put rocks on top and built a temple.

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