Chilaun

Chilaun (Mongolian: Чулуун) was a general in the Mongol Empire, known as one of Genghis Khan's four valiant warriors. His relatives, specifically his father Sorqan-Shira, helped young Genghis escape from captivity at the hands of the Tayichiuds. His descendants include Chupan.

His name "Chuluun" means "rock/rocky" in the Mongolian language.

References

The Secret History of the Mongols

Generals and ministers of Genghis Khan

Nine ministers	Jelme Yelü Chucai Shikhikhutug Bo'orchu Borokhula Muqali Sorqan Shira Jebe Khar Khiruge

Four valiant warriors	Bo'orchu Muqali Borokhula Chilaun

Four dogs	Khubilai Jelme Jebe Subutai

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Chilaun

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