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How Myth Born the Tea That Changed History Tea is far more than just a daily beverage—it’s a cultural cornerstone woven into the fabric of civilizations across Asia and the world. But long before tea became the global phenomenon it is today, it emerged from a realm of myth and legend that not only gave it mystery but shaped its profound historical impact. The story of How Myth Bound the Tea That Changed History reveals how ancient tales elevated tea from a simple leaf to a transformative force in politics, philosophy, and trade. ### The Myth That Birth Tea’s Legacy In Chinese mythology, the recording of tea’s mystical origins traces back to Emperor Shen Nong, also known as the Divine Farmer, around 2737 BCE. Legend has it that while boiling water under a tea shrub, leaves fell into the pot, creating a fragrant brew—an accidental gift from the heavens. This legendary birth transformed tea into a divine elixir, steeped in health and spiritual clarity.