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There's also the parallel between Ōetsu Nimaiya, creator of all Asauchi, and the upturned Tree of Life.

-''The original Tree of Life emanates out of the divine world of unity and is depicted as upside-down, with its roots flowing from the divine place of unity and infinite light.

-''The trunk and branches reach down towards us, penetrating the worlds of spirit, psyche, and physical existence. This is said to be the Tree of Emanation, which flows downward from the source.''

I'm sure you remember the hilarious posture, while standing on their heads, which Ichigo and Renji had to endure to gain Ōetsu's favour. ;D

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