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The [[Celestial]] [[Chinese dragon]] is comparable as the [[Symbol]] of the {{Wiki|Chinese}} race itself. {{Wiki|Chinese}} around the [[World]], proudly proclaim themselves "[[Lung]] Tik Chuan Ren" (Descendents of the [[Dragon]]). [[Dragons]] are referred to as the [[divine]] [[mythical]] creature that brings with it [[ultimate]] abundance, {{Wiki|prosperity}} and good [[Fortune]]. | The [[Celestial]] [[Chinese dragon]] is comparable as the [[Symbol]] of the {{Wiki|Chinese}} race itself. {{Wiki|Chinese}} around the [[World]], proudly proclaim themselves "[[Lung]] Tik Chuan Ren" (Descendents of the [[Dragon]]). [[Dragons]] are referred to as the [[divine]] [[mythical]] creature that brings with it [[ultimate]] abundance, {{Wiki|prosperity}} and good [[Fortune]]. | ||
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| − | As the emblem of the [[Emperor]] and the {{Wiki|Imperial}} command, the legend of the [[Chinese dragon]] permeates the {{Wiki|ancient}} {{Wiki|Chinese}} {{Wiki|civilization}} and shaped their {{Wiki|culture}} until today. Its [[benevolence]] {{Wiki|signifies}} greatness, [[goodness]] and [[Blessings]]. | + | As the {{Wiki|emblem}} of the [[Emperor]] and the {{Wiki|Imperial}} command, the legend of the [[Chinese dragon]] permeates the {{Wiki|ancient}} {{Wiki|Chinese}} {{Wiki|civilization}} and shaped their {{Wiki|culture}} until today. Its [[benevolence]] {{Wiki|signifies}} greatness, [[goodness]] and [[Blessings]]. |
| − | The [[Chinese dragon]], or [[Lung]] , [[symbolizes]] [[Power]] and [[excellence]], valiancy and boldness, {{Wiki|heroism}} and perseverance, [[nobility]] and [[divinity]]. A [[dragon]] overcomes {{Wiki|obstacles}} until [[success]] is his. He is energetic, decisive, optimistic, {{Wiki|intelligent}} and ambitious. | + | The [[Chinese dragon]], or [[Lung]] , [[symbolizes]] [[Power]] and [[excellence]], valiancy and boldness, {{Wiki|heroism}} and perseverance, [[nobility]] and [[divinity]]. A [[dragon]] overcomes {{Wiki|obstacles}} until [[success]] is his. He is energetic, decisive, {{Wiki|optimistic}}, {{Wiki|intelligent}} and ambitious. |
Unlike the negative energies associated with {{Wiki|Western}} [[Dragons]], most Eastern [[Dragons]] are [[beautiful]], friendly, and [[wise]]. They are the {{Wiki|angels}} of the {{Wiki|Orient}}. Instead of {{Wiki|being}} hated, they are loved and worshiped. [[Temples]] and [[shrines]] have been built to {{Wiki|honor}} them, for they control the [[rain]], [[rivers]], lakes, and seas. Many {{Wiki|Chinese}} cities have [[pagodas]] where [[people]] used to burn [[Incense]] and pray to [[Dragons]]. | Unlike the negative energies associated with {{Wiki|Western}} [[Dragons]], most Eastern [[Dragons]] are [[beautiful]], friendly, and [[wise]]. They are the {{Wiki|angels}} of the {{Wiki|Orient}}. Instead of {{Wiki|being}} hated, they are loved and worshiped. [[Temples]] and [[shrines]] have been built to {{Wiki|honor}} them, for they control the [[rain]], [[rivers]], lakes, and seas. Many {{Wiki|Chinese}} cities have [[pagodas]] where [[people]] used to burn [[Incense]] and pray to [[Dragons]]. | ||
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The Isle of the [[Temple]], in [[Japan]]'s Inland Sea, has become a famous stopover for [[pilgrims]] who [[meditate]] and pray to [[Dragons]]. Both {{Wiki|male}} and {{Wiki|female}} [[Dragons]] have mated with [[humans]]. | The Isle of the [[Temple]], in [[Japan]]'s Inland Sea, has become a famous stopover for [[pilgrims]] who [[meditate]] and pray to [[Dragons]]. Both {{Wiki|male}} and {{Wiki|female}} [[Dragons]] have mated with [[humans]]. | ||
| − | Their descendants became great rulers. The [[Japanese]] [[Emperor]] Hirohito traced his ancestry back 125 generations to {{Wiki|Princess}} Fruitful [[Jewel]], daughter of a [[Dragon King]] of the Sea. {{Wiki|Emperors}} in many {{Wiki|Asian}} countries claimed to have [[dragon]] {{Wiki|ancestors}}. This made them so proud, that everything they used was decorated with [[Dragons]] and described in terms of the [[dragon]]: dragon-throne, dragon-robe, dragon-bed, dragon-boat. Calling an [[emperor]] "dragon-face" was a [[supreme]] compliment. [[People]] believed that rulers could change themselves into [[Dragons]]. For hundreds of years, [[Japanese]] {{Wiki|emperors}} sat concealed behind {{Wiki|bamboo}} curtains whenever visitors came. Anyone who dared to peek was condemned to [[Death]]. | + | Their descendants became great rulers. The [[Japanese]] [[Emperor]] Hirohito traced his ancestry back 125 generations to {{Wiki|Princess}} Fruitful [[Jewel]], daughter of a [[Dragon King]] of the Sea. {{Wiki|Emperors}} in many {{Wiki|Asian}} countries claimed to have [[dragon]] {{Wiki|ancestors}}. This made them so proud, that everything they used was decorated with [[Dragons]] and described in terms of the [[dragon]]: [[dragon-throne]], dragon-robe, dragon-bed, dragon-boat. Calling an [[emperor]] "dragon-face" was a [[supreme]] compliment. [[People]] believed that rulers could change themselves into [[Dragons]]. For hundreds of years, [[Japanese]] {{Wiki|emperors}} sat concealed behind {{Wiki|bamboo}} curtains whenever visitors came. Anyone who dared to peek was condemned to [[Death]]. |
Everything connected with Eastern [[Dragons]] is blessed. | Everything connected with Eastern [[Dragons]] is blessed. | ||
| − | The Year of the [[Dragon]], which takes place ever twelve years, is [[lucky]]. Present-day {{Wiki|Oriental}} [[astrologers]] claim that children born during [[Dragon]] Years enjoy health, [[Wealth]], and long [[Life]]. | + | The Year of the [[Dragon]], which takes place ever twelve years, is [[lucky]]. Present-day {{Wiki|Oriental}} [[astrologers]] claim that children born during [[Dragon]] Years enjoy [[health]], [[Wealth]], and long [[Life]]. |
| − | [[Dragons]] are so [[wise]] that they have been {{Wiki|royal}} advisers. A thirteenth-century Cambodian [[king]] spent his nights in a golden tower, where he consulted with the {{Wiki|real}} [[ruler]] of the land a nine-headed [[dragon]]. | + | [[Dragons]] are so [[wise]] that they have been {{Wiki|royal}} advisers. A thirteenth-century [[Cambodian]] [[king]] spent his nights in a golden tower, where he consulted with the {{Wiki|real}} [[ruler]] of the land a nine-headed [[dragon]]. |
| − | Eastern [[Dragons]] are vain, even though they are [[wise]]. They are insulted when a [[ruler]] doesn't follow their advice, or when [[people]] do not {{Wiki|honor}} their importance. Then, by thrashing about, [[Dragons]] either stop making [[rain]] and [[cause]] [[water]] shortages, or they breathe black clouds that bring storms and floods. Small [[Dragons]] do minor mischief, such as making roofs leak, or causing {{Wiki|rice}} to be sticky. [[People]] set off firecrackers and carry immense paper [[Dragons]] in special parades. They also race dragon-shaped boats in [[water]] all to please and appease their [[Dragons]]. | + | Eastern [[Dragons]] are vain, even though they are [[wise]]. They are insulted when a [[ruler]] doesn't follow their advice, or when [[people]] do not {{Wiki|honor}} their importance. Then, by thrashing about, [[Dragons]] either stop making [[rain]] and [[cause]] [[water]] shortages, or they [[breathe]] black clouds that bring storms and floods. Small [[Dragons]] do minor mischief, such as making roofs leak, or causing {{Wiki|rice}} to be sticky. [[People]] set off firecrackers and carry immense paper [[Dragons]] in special parades. They also race dragon-shaped boats in [[water]] all to please and appease their [[Dragons]]. |
The [[Dragon]] brings upon the [[essence]] of [[Life]], in the [[Form]] of its [[celestial]] [[Breath]], known to many as sheng [[chi]]. He yields [[Life]] and bestows its [[Power]] in the [[Form]] of the seasons, bringing [[water]] from [[rain]], warmth from the sunshine, [[wind]] from the seas and soil from the [[Earth]]. | The [[Dragon]] brings upon the [[essence]] of [[Life]], in the [[Form]] of its [[celestial]] [[Breath]], known to many as sheng [[chi]]. He yields [[Life]] and bestows its [[Power]] in the [[Form]] of the seasons, bringing [[water]] from [[rain]], warmth from the sunshine, [[wind]] from the seas and soil from the [[Earth]]. | ||
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The [[Dragon]] is the [[ultimate]] [[representation]] of the forces of Mother [[Nature]], the greatest [[divine]] force on [[Earth]]. | The [[Dragon]] is the [[ultimate]] [[representation]] of the forces of Mother [[Nature]], the greatest [[divine]] force on [[Earth]]. | ||
| − | The [[Chinese dragon]] is often seen as the [[Symbol]] of [[divine]] [[protection]] and {{Wiki|vigilance}}. It is regarded as the [[Supreme Being]] amongst all creatures. It has the ability to [[live]] in the seas, fly up the [[heavens]] and coiled up in the land in the [[Form]] of mountains. {{Wiki|Being}} the [[divine]] [[mythical]] [[animal]], the [[Dragon]] can ward off wandering [[Evil]] [[spirits]], {{Wiki|protect}} the innocent and bestow safety to all that hold his emblem. The [[Chinese dragon]] is look upon as the [[ultimate]] [[Symbol]] of Good [[Fortune]]. | + | The [[Chinese dragon]] is often seen as the [[Symbol]] of [[divine]] [[protection]] and {{Wiki|vigilance}}. It is regarded as the [[Supreme Being]] amongst all creatures. It has the ability to [[live]] in the seas, fly up the [[heavens]] and coiled up in the land in the [[Form]] of [[mountains]]. {{Wiki|Being}} the [[divine]] [[mythical]] [[animal]], the [[Dragon]] can ward off wandering [[Evil]] [[spirits]], {{Wiki|protect}} the innocent and bestow safety to all that hold his {{Wiki|emblem}}. The [[Chinese dragon]] is look upon as the [[ultimate]] [[Symbol]] of Good [[Fortune]]. |
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Latest revision as of 18:25, 6 January 2024
The Celestial Chinese dragon is comparable as the Symbol of the Chinese race itself. Chinese around the World, proudly proclaim themselves "Lung Tik Chuan Ren" (Descendents of the Dragon). Dragons are referred to as the divine mythical creature that brings with it ultimate abundance, prosperity and good Fortune.
As the emblem of the Emperor and the Imperial command, the legend of the Chinese dragon permeates the ancient Chinese civilization and shaped their culture until today. Its benevolence signifies greatness, goodness and Blessings.
The Chinese dragon, or Lung , symbolizes Power and excellence, valiancy and boldness, heroism and perseverance, nobility and divinity. A dragon overcomes obstacles until success is his. He is energetic, decisive, optimistic, intelligent and ambitious.
Unlike the negative energies associated with Western Dragons, most Eastern Dragons are beautiful, friendly, and wise. They are the angels of the Orient. Instead of being hated, they are loved and worshiped. Temples and shrines have been built to honor them, for they control the rain, rivers, lakes, and seas. Many Chinese cities have pagodas where people used to burn Incense and pray to Dragons.
The Black Dragon Pool Chapel, near Peking, was reserved for the Empress and her court.
Special worship services took place there on the first and fifteenth of every month. Dragon shrines and altars can still be seen in many parts of the Far East. They are usually along seashores and riverbanks, because most Eastern Dragons live in water.
The Isle of the Temple, in Japan's Inland Sea, has become a famous stopover for pilgrims who meditate and pray to Dragons. Both male and female Dragons have mated with humans.
Their descendants became great rulers. The Japanese Emperor Hirohito traced his ancestry back 125 generations to Princess Fruitful Jewel, daughter of a Dragon King of the Sea. Emperors in many Asian countries claimed to have dragon ancestors. This made them so proud, that everything they used was decorated with Dragons and described in terms of the dragon: dragon-throne, dragon-robe, dragon-bed, dragon-boat. Calling an emperor "dragon-face" was a supreme compliment. People believed that rulers could change themselves into Dragons. For hundreds of years, Japanese emperors sat concealed behind bamboo curtains whenever visitors came. Anyone who dared to peek was condemned to Death.
Everything connected with Eastern Dragons is blessed.
The Year of the Dragon, which takes place ever twelve years, is lucky. Present-day Oriental astrologers claim that children born during Dragon Years enjoy health, Wealth, and long Life.
Dragons are so wise that they have been royal advisers. A thirteenth-century Cambodian king spent his nights in a golden tower, where he consulted with the real ruler of the land a nine-headed dragon.
Eastern Dragons are vain, even though they are wise. They are insulted when a ruler doesn't follow their advice, or when people do not honor their importance. Then, by thrashing about, Dragons either stop making rain and cause water shortages, or they breathe black clouds that bring storms and floods. Small Dragons do minor mischief, such as making roofs leak, or causing rice to be sticky. People set off firecrackers and carry immense paper Dragons in special parades. They also race dragon-shaped boats in water all to please and appease their Dragons.
The Dragon brings upon the essence of Life, in the Form of its celestial Breath, known to many as sheng chi. He yields Life and bestows its Power in the Form of the seasons, bringing water from rain, warmth from the sunshine, wind from the seas and soil from the Earth.
The Dragon is the ultimate representation of the forces of Mother Nature, the greatest divine force on Earth.
The Chinese dragon is often seen as the Symbol of divine protection and vigilance. It is regarded as the Supreme Being amongst all creatures. It has the ability to live in the seas, fly up the heavens and coiled up in the land in the Form of mountains. Being the divine mythical animal, the Dragon can ward off wandering Evil spirits, protect the innocent and bestow safety to all that hold his emblem. The Chinese dragon is look upon as the ultimate Symbol of Good Fortune.
