The Uchiha Sharingan is symbolized by the mitsu-domoe. Also known as the fire-wheel/interlocked flames,
this symbol is similar to the Taoist symbol of yin yang, representing the interdependence of heaven, earth and
the union of heaven-and-earth.
Image Source: mizunokokoro-jujitsu.com
The mitsu-domoe is common in Japanese culture. They can be found on taiko drums, at the roofs of temples and shrines, martial arts dojos, and are even used as family crest. The symbol is specially regarded by the City of Okinawa, where a story tells of the sacrifice of three Okinawans/Ryukyuans who were boiled to death - thus, the swirling pattern.
In this theory, however, the mitsu-domoe will be particularly identified with the Shinto Trinity.
From the Japanese creation myth, the god Izanagi ascended from the underworld where his wife Izanami is forever trapped. He underwent purification by washing himself and brought forth the creation of other gods. The three kami (god) of utmost significance were created after he washed his face:
Amaterasu, the sun goddess and ruler of the heavens – born from the left eye;
Tsukuyomi, the moon god and ruler of the night - born from the right eye;
Susanoo, the storm god and ruler of the seas – born from the nose.
In this theory, however, the mitsu-domoe will be particularly identified with the Shinto Trinity.
From the Japanese creation myth, the god Izanagi ascended from the underworld where his wife Izanami is forever trapped. He underwent purification by washing himself and brought forth the creation of other gods. The three kami (god) of utmost significance were created after he washed his face:
Amaterasu, the sun goddess and ruler of the heavens – born from the left eye;
Tsukuyomi, the moon god and ruler of the night - born from the right eye;
Susanoo, the storm god and ruler of the seas – born from the nose.
• Amaterasu no Mikoto, goddess of the Sun and ruler of the Heavens •
The feast of Amaterasu is celebrated twice in Japan. The first celebration is held every 17th of July – 6 days prior to Sasuke's birthday (23 July).
The myth tells the story of the rivalry between Amaterasu and her brother Susanoo, god of storms and ruler of the seas. At one time, a heated fit by Susanoo lead to the death of one of Amaterasu's attendants. This action drove Amaterasu to the cave Iwayado, obscuring light and leaving the world in darkness. Other gods begged her to come out but failed; and then , the goddess Ama-no-Uzume decided to dance which delighted the gods so and piqued the curiosity of Amaterasu. She took a peek out of the cave and saw the light reflected from Yata no Kagami that was hung on a tree with Yasakani no Magatama and thought how beautiful her light was. Henceforth, Amaterasu has once again illuminated the world.
The myth tells the story of the rivalry between Amaterasu and her brother Susanoo, god of storms and ruler of the seas. At one time, a heated fit by Susanoo lead to the death of one of Amaterasu's attendants. This action drove Amaterasu to the cave Iwayado, obscuring light and leaving the world in darkness. Other gods begged her to come out but failed; and then , the goddess Ama-no-Uzume decided to dance which delighted the gods so and piqued the curiosity of Amaterasu. She took a peek out of the cave and saw the light reflected from Yata no Kagami that was hung on a tree with Yasakani no Magatama and thought how beautiful her light was. Henceforth, Amaterasu has once again illuminated the world.
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This event, Amaterasu's coming out of the cave, is celebrated every 21st of December – 6 days prior to Hinata's birthday (27 December).
According to tradition, the Ama-no-Iwato shrine in Takachiho in Miyazaki Prefecture is said to be the location of Iwayado, the cave where Amaterasu hid.
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Miyazaki Prefecture is formerly known as Hyuga Province.
Image Source: en.wikipedia.org
Miyazaki Prefecture is formerly known as Hyuga Province.
Itachi Uchiha as Amaterasu no Mikoto
Itachi's notable technique is named Amaterasu, black flames capable of burning anything and is said to burn for seven days and seven nights.
Mythological
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Rivalry between Amaterasu and her brother Susanoo
Rivalry between Amaterasu and her brother Susanoo
Theoretical
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Rivalry between Itachi and Sasuke.
Rivalry between Itachi and Sasuke.
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Curious of the merry-making of the gods, Amaterasu took a peek from the cave.
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Under Kabuto's control via Edo Tensei, a revived Itachi attempts to use Amaterasu.
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Amaterasu, from inside the cave, saw her reflection on Yata no Kagami, hung on a tree outside.
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Figurative Presumption: Yata no Kagami is Shisui Uchiha's eye.
Upon the activation of Amaterasu, the crow with Shisui’s left eye implanted in the crow counter attacks with koto amatsukami.
Shisui’s strongest genjutsu was arranged by Itachi to give the command “protect Konoha” when confronted by his own Mangekyou Sharingan.
Initially for use against Sasuke (i.e. should he implant Itachi’s eyes and threatens Konoha in the future) the jutsu was used on the revived Itachi instead.
*Shisui is the son of one Kagami Uchiha (literally, mirror).
Initially for use against Sasuke (i.e. should he implant Itachi’s eyes and threatens Konoha in the future) the jutsu was used on the revived Itachi instead.
*Shisui is the son of one Kagami Uchiha (literally, mirror).
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Yata no Kagami was hung together with Yasakani no Magatama.
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The crow with Shisui's left eye was the power given by Itachi to Naruto. Naruto, in Nine-Tails Chakra and Tailed Beast Modes, wears a necklace of jewels akin to Yasakani no Magatama.
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Upon seeing her reflection on the mirror, Amaterasu thought of the beautiful light and was convinced to illuminate the world once again.
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Koto amatsukami successfully cast genjutsu on Itachi and freed himself from Kabuto's control.
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Itachi also freed the shinobi world from edo tensei.
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Amaterasu gave her grandson, Ninigi no Mikoto, the Three Sacred Treasures and sent him from the heavens to pacify Japan.
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Itachi gave Naruto the crow with Shisui's left eye.
*Naruto as Ninigi no Mikoto may be read on The Children of The Prophecy.
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Amaterasu has a jungle crow pet named Yatagarasu. Yatagarasu is usually depicted in art to have three legs but no record of this has been said in the Japanese Records of Ancient Matters.
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In genjutsu, Itachi is able to transform into a flock of crows.
• Tsukuyomi no Mikoto, god of the Moon and ruler of the Night •
Tsukuyomi was once sent by Amaterasu as her representative in a feast hosted by the food goddess, Uke Mochi. But when Tsukuyomi found out that the food were prepared by spitting out fish and excreting game, he was so disgusted he killed Uke Mochi instead.
Obito Uchiha as Tsukuyomi
Taking after Madara, Obito conceptualized the Moon's Eye Plan, which involves using himself as jinchuuriki of the ten-tailed demon to activate an infinite Tsukuyomigenjutsu and create a world without conflict.
In the event of Rin's death, Obito lost control and attacked the Kirigakure nin.
A line in the Japanese release of the chapter seemingly referred to him as the moon:
月の涙が。。。降る。
In the end, Obito metaphorically decided that he was in hell: 地獄にいる。
Tsukuyomi (literally, 月読) has a pun. When written as 月黄泉, it can mean moon (月) of hell (黄泉, yomi).
Tsukuyomi (literally, 月読) has a pun. When written as 月黄泉, it can mean moon (月) of hell (黄泉, yomi).
Mythological
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Tsukuyomi was born from Izanagi’s right eye
Tsukuyomi was born from Izanagi’s right eye
Theoretical
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Obito emphasizes his right Sharingan eye
Moments prior to his "death", Obito offered Kakashi his left Sharingan eye, leaving him with only his supposedly crushed right eye.
Obito emphasizes his right Sharingan eye
Moments prior to his "death", Obito offered Kakashi his left Sharingan eye, leaving him with only his supposedly crushed right eye.
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The death of Uke Mochi enraged Amaterasu who vowed never to be in the same room with him again. This, henceforth, separated the day from night.
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Tsukuyomi versus Amaterasu
Manga chapter 397 depicted how Sasuke’s Amaterasu (from Itachi) activated when Obito started to remove his mask.
• Susanoo no Mikoto, god of Storms and ruler of the Seas •
Susanoo had a strong rivalry against Amaterasu.One day, he want on a rampage which ended in Amaterasu hiding in a cave and Susanoo banished from the heavens. Upon his descent to Izumo (now part of Shimane Prefecture), he met a weeping couple. The old couple explained that they have eight daughters, seven of which have been devoured by Yamato no Orochi, and that the eighth princess, Kushinada-hime, is next.
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After realizing the couple's relation to Amaterasu, Susanoo offered assistance and agreed to kill Orochi in exchange for Kushinada-hime's hand in marriage. With the aid of sake, Susanoo decapitated the many heads of Orochi. From one of his tails, Susanoo obtained a sword, later known as the Kusanagi . This sword was later offered to Amaterasu as gift of reconciliation.
Sasuke Uchiha as Susanoo no Mikoto
Mythological
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Susanoo is god of Storms and Seas
Susanoo is god of Storms and Seas
Theoretical
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Sasuke may be associated to storms, through his ability to use lightning-based techniques; and the seas, through his depiction as standing amongst waves.
Sasuke may be associated to storms, through his ability to use lightning-based techniques; and the seas, through his depiction as standing amongst waves.
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Strong rivalry between Susanoo and Amaterasu
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Strong rivalry between Sasuke and Itachi
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Susanoo used Totsuka no Tsurugi to slay Yamata no Orochi.
It was the same sword used by Izanagi against Kagu-tsuchi, the god of fire, after he burned his own mother, Izanami, during his birth.
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Totsuka no Tsurugi and Yata no Kagami appeared as weapons of Itachi's Susanoo. While Sasuke now has Itachi's eyes, it is unknown if the weapons were passed to him as well.
On the other hand, Sasuke uses the technique, Enton: Kagutsuchi, which exercises shape transformation to Amaterasu.
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Susanoo obtained Kusanagi no Tsurugi from one of the tails of Yamata no Orochi. He also has bow, arrows and a koto (13-stringed instrument).
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Sasuke himself used the bow and arrows in his youth, and obtained the Kusanagi from Orochimaru. Similarly, his Susanoo bears two swords, a bow and arrows as weapons.
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Susanoo offers the Kusanagi no Tsurugi to Amaterasu as a sign of reconciliation
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Sasuke once lost the Kusanagi to Danzou but is implied to have obtained it back as seen Ch 567. Nonetheless, in the said battle, Sasuke offered the defeat of Danzou to Itachi.
Hinata Hyuga as Kushinada-hime
Mythological
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Kushinada-hime is written as:
Kushinada-hime is written as:
- 櫛名田比売 (Kojiki)
- 奇稲田姫 (Nihonshiki)
Theoretical
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Hinata is written as:
Hinata is written as:
- ヒナタ (katakana)
- ひなた (hiragana) - sunny place ; towards the sun
- 日向 (kanji) - towards the sun
Notably, Kushinada-hime is a rice field princess.
Possible alternatives:
(see manga chapter 102)
said he intended to give her a 'provincial' look
- 雛田- princess (雛) rice field (田).
- 雛田- bird (雛) rice field (田).
(see manga chapter 102)
- 鄙田 - countryside (鄙) rice field (田).
said he intended to give her a 'provincial' look
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In the Nihonshiki, Kushinada-hime is written as 奇稲田姫, where 奇 can mean strange.
17
Naruto on some occasions have described Hinata as a strange person.
オレが見ると目を背ける変なやつ! ... (left)
暗くて地味でウジウジしてて変な奴だって思ってた (right)
暗くて地味でウジウジしてて変な奴だって思ってた (right)
18
Seven of Kushinada-hime's sisters were devoured by Yamata no Orochi.
18
Neji died protecting Hinata (and Naruto) from Jūbi, the Ten-Tailed Beast.
Generally, the Hyūga may be associated to eight. Hak (八) in Hakke (八卦) means eight. Hinata is consistent to this, even as a member of Team 8.
Neji, on the other hand, may also be associated to seven. One of the more notable training Neji did with his Byakugan was the counting of birds from a distance.
Neji, on the other hand, may also be associated to seven. One of the more notable training Neji did with his Byakugan was the counting of birds from a distance.
There were eight birds but because of his blind spot, he was only able to count seven.
*Neji had continuously used the metaphor of birds and freedom of flight when he referred to himself and his fate.
*Neji had continuously used the metaphor of birds and freedom of flight when he referred to himself and his fate.
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Kushinada-hime is the eighth and last daughter.
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Hinata is the daughter of the Main House of the Hyuga Clan, a noble family whose fighting style may likely be based on Baguazhang, literally, eight trigram palm. Hak (八) in Hakke (八卦) means eight.
Hinata, along with Kiba Inuzuka and Shino Aburame under the tutelage of Kurenai Yuuhi compose genin Team Eight.
In the longest novel in classic Japanese literature, Nansou Satomi Hakkenden by Kyokutei Bakin, one of the eight dog warrior heroes is named Shino-MoritakaInuzuka (see name similarities with Hinata's teammates).
The Hunt for Itachi Arc
Hinata was part of the eight-man team, consisted of Teams 7 and 8 with Yamato and Kakashi leading them, respectively.
The 4th Shinobi War
When Hinata struggled against clones of White Zetsu, people who came to her aid may all be associated to eight:
*Naruto, who has the eight sign seal to access the chakra of Kurama sealed within him. Also, Hinata herself tried to protect Naruto when Pain invaded Konoha, where Hinata was stabbed and Naruto transformed into an eight-tailed beast.
The Yamata no Orochi Ambiguity
Mythological
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Yamata no Orochi is an eight-forked naga (snake-dragon).
Yamata no Orochi is an eight-forked naga (snake-dragon).
Theoretical
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- Orochimaru
- Kabuto Yakushi
Orochimaru and Kabuto would have been appropriate as Yamata no Orochi except recently, both have also been implied to have changed from their previous selves (?).
In mythology, Yamata no Orochi have devoured seven out of eight princesses. Based on 18, the seventh princess may parallel Neji to an extent.
- Jūbi, the Ten Tailed Beast
The Jūbi itself is not a snake but with Obito as its jinchūriki,
its first (failed) transformation was akin to that of one.
its first (failed) transformation was akin to that of one.
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Susanoo defeated Yamata no Orochi.
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- Orochimaru
- Kabuto Yakushi
was overwhelmed by Itachi's Izanami technique.
- Jūbi, the Ten Tailed Beast
broke through Obito (as Ten Tails' Jinchūriki).
The technique was a fusion and when broken down,
Tailed Beast Mode
versus
the human-like, Rinnegan side
versus
the human-like, Rinnegan side
Senjutsu-Susanoo
versus
the reptilian-like, Sharingan side
versus
the reptilian-like, Sharingan side
Note: In theory, Itachi may portray Amaterasu. But his fights against Orochimaru and, to a certain extent, Kabuto may also be viewed as a parallelism where Susanoo no Mikoto protected Kushinada-hime.
Susanoo no Mikoto
Yamata no Orochi
Kushinada-hime
Yamata no Orochi
Kushinada-hime
Itachi Uchiha
Orochimaru
Sasuke Uchiha
Orochimaru
Sasuke Uchiha
Itachi Uchiha
Kabuto Yakushi
Sasuke Uchiha
Kabuto Yakushi
Sasuke Uchiha
Itachi's departure left Sasuke with no obligations. Sasuke, however, has been intent to carry on in honor of his brother.
The first part of this theory will attempt to discuss the possible portrayal of the Shinto Trinity by Sasuke.
The first part of this theory will attempt to discuss the possible portrayal of the Shinto Trinity by Sasuke.
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The Uchiha Sharingan is symbolized by the mitsu-domoe. Also known as the fire-wheel (interlocked flames), this symbol is similar to the Taoist taijitu symbol of yin yang, representing the interdependence of heaven, earth and mankind.
The mitsu-domoe is common in Japanese culture. They can be found on taiko drums, at the roofs of temples and shrines, martial arts dojos, and are even used as family crest. The symbol is specially regarded by the City of Okinawa, where a story tells of the sacrifice of three Okinawans/Ryukyuans who were boiled to death - thus, the swirling pattern.
In this theory, however, the mitsu-domoe will be particularly identified with the Shinto Trinity.
From the Japanese creation myth, the god Izanagi ascended from the underworld where his wife Izanami is forever trapped. He underwent purification by washing himself and brought forth the creation of other gods. The three kami (god) of utmost significance were created after he washed his face:
- Amaterasu, the sun goddess and ruler of the heavens - born from the left eye;
- Tsukuyomi, the moon god and ruler of the night - born from the right eye;
- Susanoo, the storm god and ruler of the seas - born from the nose.
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Uchiha Mikoto, Itachi and Sasuke's mother, is named after an actual Japanese honorific attached to the name of a kami.
Itachi has techniques named after two of the previously stated gods:
Amaterasu - a technique creating black flames that seem to penetrate and burn just about anything; and
Tsukuyomi - an illusionary technique that allows Itachi to torture his opponents at will.
A technique is yet to be named after Susanoo, to which (at this point) I personally doubt because of the following reasons:- Sharingan is an eye jutsu, associating it to Amaterasu and Tsukuyomi, both of whom were born from Izanagi's eyes. Unlike Susanoo, who was born from the nose;
- Susanoo, as the god of storms and the seas, is consistent with Sasuke's possible representation of yang (heaven) and his elemental affinity of lightning;
- Susanoo wielded the Kusanagi, that of which he obtained by defeating Yamato no Orochi. Sasuke has his own as well, that of which he obtained by being an apprentice of Orochimaru;
- From the heavens, Susanoo descended to Izumo where he saved his future wife, Kushinada-hime, a rice paddy princess. Note that Otogakure no Sato (Hidden Village of Sound) is located in the Country of Rice Fields.
Assuming that Sasuke may eventually be capable of performing Itachi's jutsus, it is likely that he is still of greater strength since he portrays not just two, but three of the kami altogether.
The possible indirect portrayal of the Shinto Trinity by Hinata will be discussed next. 2.
The second part of this theory will attempt to discuss the possible indirect portrayal of the Shinto Trinity by Hinata.
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Amaterasu - goddess of the sun and ruler of the heavens
The feast of Amaterasu is celebrated twice in Japan. The first celebration is held every 17th of July - 6 days prior to Sasuke's birthday (23 July).
Amaterasu is the most exalted kami of Japan. She is depicted as the bringer of light and warmth.
Japanese myth tells the story of the rivalry between Amaterasu and her brother Susanoo, god of storms and ruler of the seas. One heated fit lead to the death of one of Amaterasu's attendants. This action drove Amaterasu to the cave Iwayado, obscuring light and leaving the world in darkness. The goddess Ama-no-Uzume set a plan and drew Amaterasu out, once again illuminating the world.
This event, Amaterasu's coming out of the cave, is celebrated every 21st of December - 6 days prior to Hinata's birthday (27 December).
In the Naruto manga chapter 297, the Hinata cover says: "She sets out for the sun, its guiding light her beacon."
Hinata just may be the light to Sasuke's darkness (and the name pun is not intended here).
According to tradition, the Ama-no-Iwato shrine in Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture* is said to be the location of Iwayado, the cave where Amaterasu hid.
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Tsukuyomi - god of the moon and ruler of the night Hinata, as yin, represents the night and the moon.
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Susanoo - god of the storms and ruler of the seas
Susanoo was banished from the heavens after his outrage against Amaterasu. Upon his descent to Izumo (now part of Shimane Prefecture), he met a weeping couple. The old couple explained that they have eight daughters, seven of which have been devoured by Yamato no Orochi, and that the eighth daughter, Kushinada-hime, a rice paddy princess, is next.
After realizing the couple's relation to Amaterasu, Susanoo offered assistance and agreed to kill Orochi in exchange for Kushinada-hime's hand in marriage. With the aid of sake, Susanoo decapitated the many heads of Orochi. From one of his tails, Susanoo obtained a sword, later known as the Kusanagi . This sword was later offered to Amaterasu as gift of reconciliation.
The Hyuga family name means to the sun;
The first names of the known clan members - with the exception of a few - are of or related to the sun. Hinata, in particular, means a sunny place.
Kushinada-hime is a rice paddy princess; Hinata is a clan heir. Some of Japan's oldest rice paddies may be found in Miyazaki Prefecture*.
Hinata can also mean princess (hina) rice paddy (ta), and she is also the Hyuga clan heir. Some of Japan's oldest rice paddies may be found in Miyazaki Prefecture*.* Miyazaki Prefecture is formerly known as Hyuga Province.
- Sharingan is an eye jutsu, associating it to Amaterasu and Tsukuyomi, both of whom were born from Izanagi's eyes. Unlike Susanoo, who was born from the nose;
Edited by BestSasuHinaSupporter, 09 March 2017 - 04:02 AM.
