Erlang Shen – Mythopedia
2022年12月1日 · Erlang Shen’s family tree is a controversial matter in Chinese mythology. In the most popular versions of his story, Erlang Shen was the son of a sister of the Jade Emperor (玉皇), who ruled over the desire realm, and a commoner that she fell in love with. In other retellings, he was the son of the ancient Chinese engineer, Lǐ Bīng (李冰).
Chinese Gods - Mythopedia
2022年11月29日 · The pantheon of Chinese gods and goddesses is extensive, spanning thousands of years as well as different ethnic groups and changing geographical boundaries. Some of the most enduring deities are Pangu, the Jade Emperor, Guanyin, Sun Wukong, and the Eight Immortals.
Táin Bó Cúailnge: 25. The Array of the Host (Full Text) - Mythopedia
Fairest of the princes of the world was he in the midst of his warriors, as well in fearsomeness and in awe, in courage and command; fair-yellow hair, curled, delicately arranged in ridges and bushy had he reaching to the nape of his neck; a comely, clear-rosy countenance he had, narrow below and broad above; a deep-blue-gray, angry eye ...
Wufang Shangdi - Mythopedia
2022年12月2日 · The Wufang Shangdi (五方上帝), or “Five August Emperors,” are Chinese mythology’s physical manifestations of the Daoist concept of heaven. Their behavior serves as an example to all mankind.
Doumu – Mythopedia
2022年12月1日 · Doumu (斗母), whose name means “Mother of the Big Dipper,” is one of Chinese mythology’s foundational deities. She is the female counterpart to Tian, the Daoist concept of male heavenly energy, and embodies mercy and love.
Yu Shi - Mythopedia
2022年12月1日 · Yu Shi (雨師) is an ancient Chinese rain deity closely associated with the god of wind. Fearsome in appearance and rebellious by nature, he scatters rain from his earthenware pot.
Nezha – Mythopedia
2022年12月1日 · Nezha (哪吒) is a precocious young Chinese deity who watches over teenagers and professional drivers. Enraged by his father’s actions after his reincarnation, his eventual reconciliation with his parents is a classic example of filial piety.
Menshen - Mythopedia
2022年12月2日 · The Menshen (門神), or “door gods,” are a pair of Chinese deities who act as the guardians of thresholds. The two brothers protect the occupants of a building from demons and bad luck, feeding interlopers to their pet tigers.
Caishen – Mythopedia
2022年12月1日 · Caishen (財神) is the Chinese god of wealth and money, depicted riding a black tiger and surrounded by attendants. He is especially honored during the Chinese New Year, so that he will bless people with prosperity.
Chang’e - Mythopedia
2022年11月29日 · Chang’e (嫦娥) is the Chinese goddess of the moon, best known for stealing an elixir of immortality from her husband, Hou Yi. Her story is celebrated as part of the annual Mid-Autumn Festival.