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Chinese Myths – Chinese Cupid

October 2, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

We all know that after being struck by Cupid’s Golden Arrow people will fall in love. And there is a god of love in Chinese Mythology, too. The god of love in Chinese mythology is called the Old Man under … Continue reading Chinese Myths – Chinese Cupid

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Chinese Myths – Saint of War

August 26, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

Almost everyone knows this god in Taiwan and there are many temples builded for this god. Red face , long beard , a big blade… Who is this god? This god’s name is Guan Yu. He has many titles, such … Continue reading Chinese Myths – Saint of War

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Chinese Myths – Walking Beasts

August 22, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

Sometimes, you see some little sculptures along the ridge line of the Chinese-style buildings. What are they? First, let’s talk about “Gargoyles“. They are constructed as a rain spouts and they are said to protect the buildings from any evil … Continue reading Chinese Myths – Walking Beasts

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Chinese Myths – Stone Lions

August 22, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

Stone lions are common in Chinese architecture. The stone lion’s job is to protect the building from harmful spiritual influences and is also a mighty ornament. Stone lions are usually to set up in pairs. One is a male and … Continue reading Chinese Myths – Stone Lions

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Chinese Myths – Goddess of Seas

August 15, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

In Greek mythology, we all know that the god of the seas is Poseidon. In Chinese mythology, there is a goddess of the sea, called Mazu. Mazu is also known as the Heavenly Empress of the Sea, guarding ships on … Continue reading Chinese Myths – Goddess of Seas

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Chinese Myths – Medicinal God

August 14, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

In China… If people pray for good health, they will pray to the Medicinal God. Who is the Medicinal God in China? More than 1800 years ago, there was a doctor with superior medical skills in China, called Hua Tuo. … Continue reading Chinese Myths – Medicinal God

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Chinese Myths – 18 Arhats

August 14, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

You might know “The Twelve Disciples of Jesus“. Gautama Buddha also had 18 disciples, called 18 Arhats(“Luohans” in Chinese). Let’s talk about two of 18 Arhats who are well-known in Taiwan. (See more Arhat)One of the most famous Arhats in … Continue reading Chinese Myths – 18 Arhats

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Chinese Myths – Mercy Goddess

August 13, 2019February 8, 2020 We See Taiwan

There are a well-known god called Guanyin Bodhisattva in Taiwan. Guanyin Bodhisattva is a very compassionate god and often changes into a variety of faces to help people who pray to her. Guanyin can change herself to have a thousand … Continue reading Chinese Myths – Mercy Goddess

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