Thuy Tinh
투이띤
World MythologyVietnamese Mythology
"Water Spirit of Vietnam"
✦ Personality Traits
Water
Stormy
Persistent
Necessary
Flooding
✦ About
Thuy Tinh is the water spirit of Vietnamese mythology, rival of Son Tinh the mountain spirit. His annual attempts to flood the mountains represent the monsoon rains that threaten but ultimately nourish Vietnam.
✦ Famous Story
Though he never wins against Son Tinh, Thuy Tinh's waters are necessary—for the same rains that flood also make the rice grow.
✦ If You Match
You carry Thuy Tinh's persistent power—necessary waters that sustain even as they challenge.
✦ Also Known As
Thủy Tinh
Water God
