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Definition: Tian means "heaven" and was the supreme god among the ancient Zhou. The approval of heaven was necessary for any ruler, and that approval could be lost if the ruler was too cruel.
Also Known As: T'ien
Alternate Spellings: none
Common Misspellings: none
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