Tengri

Tengri is a sky god found in various Central Asian cultures, particularly those with Turkic and Mongol roots. The concept of Tengri is closely associated with the sky, and in many traditions, Tengri is considered the supreme deity, the creator and sustainer of the universe. This belief system, often referred to as Tengrism, emphasizes the power and vastness of the sky.

While Tengri is a prominent figure, the specific attributes and importance can vary among different ethnic groups. For instance, in some Finno-Ugric traditions, similar sky gods exist, sometimes influenced by monotheistic religions like Christianity and Islam. The name "Tengri" itself is also associated with geographical locations, such as the mountain Khan Tengri in the Tian Shan range. The Tangut people, a Tibetan-speaking group, also had a rich culture influenced by the Tang dynasty, adopting Buddhism and developing their own script.123