Shennong (神農), variously translated as "Divine Farmer" [1] or "Divine Husbandman", born Jiang Shinian (姜石年), was a mythological Chinese ruler known as the first Yan Emperor who has become a deity in Chinese and Vietnamese folk religion. He is venerated as a culture hero in China and Vietnam. In Vietnamese, he is referred to as Thần Nông.

By inventing the cart and plow, by taming the ox and yoking the horse, and by teaching his people to clear the land with fire, Shennong reputedly established a stable agricultural society in China. His catalog of 365 species of medicinal plants became the basis of later herbological studies.

Sep 24, 2023 · Shen nong is a mythical figure in traditional Chinese medicine, regarded as the founder of both Chinese medicine and agriculture. Research suggests that he might not have been a real historical person but rather a legendary symbol.

Aug 15, 2006 · Much like emperor Huang Ti, emperor Shen Nung, now considered the Father of Chinese medicine, provided great contributions through his meticulous study of herbs which is assumed to have led to the writing of Shen-nung pen …

Dec 1, 2022 · In Chinese mythology, Shennong (神農) is a deity credited with the creation of agriculture, the preservation of seeds, and irrigation, as well as the invention of the ax, well, and hoe. He is considered to be the father of traditional Chinese medicine, in part because of his detailed catalog containing 365 different botanical medicines.

Mar 22, 2017 · Shennong, which means “God farmer” or “God peasant”, is a deity in Chinese religion. He is a mythical sage healer and ruler of prehistoric China. Shennong is also known as Wugushen “five grains,” or Wuguxiandi “first deity of the five grains.”

Oct 13, 2021 · Among many gods worshiped by the Chinese people is Shennong, also known as Shen Nung ("Divine Farmer" or "Divine Husbandman"), a mythological Chinese ruler who has become a deity in Chinese and Vietnamese religious beliefs.

Shen Nung 神農 is venerated as the Father of Chinese medicine. He is believed to have introduced the technique of acupuncture. The exhibit Traditional Chinese Medicine compiles early influences, ancient texts, and public health posters to illustrate Chinese public health campaigns.

Apr 2, 2002 · Shennong is the Chinese god regarded as the creator of agriculture, land development, and is known as the father of traditional Chinese medicine. Shennong’s name translates as Divine Farmer, and he is considered to be one of the prehistoric Three Kings of Chinese mythology.

Also known as "the Divine Farmer" and "the Divine Husbandman," Shen Nong is a legendary ruler from China's prehistoric era (2838–2698 B.C.). He is regarded as the second leader following FUXI, although certain early sources differ on his position.