DO YOU WORSHIP THE DRAGON? DO YOU LOVE THE DRAGON? DO YOU WISH TO SEE THE DRAGON SITTING ON THE THRONE OF THE DRAGON IN THE FORBIDDEN CITY? I ASKED FOR ANSWER AND RECIEVED NO REPLY A FEW MONTHS BACK AND THE YELLOW RIVER TURNED INTO A RED RIVER.
2006-11-24 12:20:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
In Chinese mythology there are five types of dragon:-
1. Those guarding the gods and emperors
2. Those controlling the wind and rain
3. Earthly dragons which deepened the rivers and seas
4. Guardians of hidden treasure
5. The first dragon
The First dragon appeared to the mythical emperor Fu-hsi, and filled the hole in the sky made by the monster Kung Kung. Its waking, sleeping and breathing determined day and night. Season and weather.
There are many differences between the classical dragon and the Chinese dragon, these include the ability to fly even without wings, shape-shifting abilities, and of course the general benevolent behaviour to the populace.
The Chinese dragon is made up of nine entities. The head of camel, the eyes of a demon, the ears of a cow, the horns of a stag, the neck of a snake, it's belly a clam's, it's claws that of an eagle, while the soles of his feet are that of a tiger, and the 117 scales that cover it's body are that of a carp.
The Chinese dragon has four claws as standard, but the Imperial dragon has five, this is to identify it above the lesser classes. Anyone other than the emperor using the 5 claw motif was put to death.
The Chinese dragon (Lung) was a divine bringer of rain, necessary for the good of the people. Throughout Chinese history the dragon has been equated with weather. It is said that some of the worst floodings were caused when a mortal has upset a dragon. The dragon was also a symbol of the emperor whose wisdom and divine power assured the well-being of his subjects. Many legends draw connections between the dragon and the emperor. Some emperors claimed to have descended from the dragon.
Chinese dragons of myth could make themselves as large as the universe or as small as a silkworm. They could also change color and disappear in a flash. They rise to the skies in the spring and plunge into the waters in the autumn.
Ancient China Dragon occupies a very important position in Chinese mythology. It shows up in arts, literature, poetry, architecture, songs, and many aspects of the Chinese conscience. The origin of Chinese dragons is unknown, but certainly pre-dates the written history.
In the mythology of various Oriental countries, notably Japan and China, the dragon is the supreme spiritual power, the most ancient emblem in Oriental mythology and the most ubiquitous motif in Oriental art. Dragons represent celestial and terrestrial power, wisdom, and strength. They reside in water and bring wealth and good luck and, in Chinese belief, rainfall for crops. The dragon in traditional Chinese New Year's Day parades is believed to repel evil spirits that would spoil the new year. The five-clawed dragon became the Chinese Imperial emblem (the four-clawed being the common dragon). The three-clawed dragon is the Japanese dragon.
2006-11-24 12:56:24 · answer #1 · answered by sista! 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There are six types of dragons;
Forest
Mountain
Prairie and Steppe
Desert and Savanna
Arctic
Jungle.
Asian and Tibetan dragons belong in the mountain family and have four legs, no wings and a mane
The Asian, or Draco orientalis is considered a lung dragon.
In 2962 B.C. The very first dragonologist named Fu Hsi met a dragon on the banks of the Yellow River in China. The dragon taught the man to read and write, to make music, to fish and how to domesticate animals.
I believe this is the reason why the Asian populous worshiped dragons the way that they did, to them dragons were the introduction into the modern world.
Personally if there are any dragons left in this Realm, then they indeed need to be worshiped and honored. I have never been to the Forbidden city and I'm not sure I would desire to go. A lot of powerful magic has been said to still inhabit the area and I'm just not sure I'd be ready for that!
2006-11-24 14:19:38 · answer #2 · answered by princessslave 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kung Fu is a generic term used to describe all Chinese MAs. Some Kung Fus have Dragon styles which usually involve alot of coiling movements. Its impossible to manipulate elements. U just watch too much tv. Elements just represent different aspects in Kung Fu. Kung Fu styles dont represent elements. If ur interested in studying Kung Fu then i suggest u just google the schools in ur area so u know whats available to u. Then visit them with ur parents and talk with the instructors. Then decide which is right for u. Finding a good instructor to study under is more important than picking a particular style to study. Watch out for McDojos. Good luck
2016-05-22 23:22:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chinese Dragon Claws
2016-12-16 10:04:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, most chinese dont workship to dragons. but some small tribes do. dragons are considered as good omens. in the forbidden city, the emperor is often refered to as "the dragon" or "the sun".
why the emperor is refered as "the dragon"?
i really dunno the origin/cause of this belief, but it just does. just ask any chinese. (coz im a chinese too. :) )
so, the true meaning of the dragon in china is.....the emperor of china.
2006-11-24 13:49:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dragon and Phoenix in China symbolize-
http://knows.jongo.com/res/article/4182
Dragon King in chinese culture
http://knows.jongo.com/res/article/6555
The Early Image of Dragon
http://knows.jongo.com/res/article/14055
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2006-11-27 20:40:45 · answer #6 · answered by lollypop 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it is a good luck symbol.
2006-11-24 12:23:17 · answer #7 · answered by Rat 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
uh no i dont live in china so i dont worship the dragon.
2006-11-24 12:23:02 · answer #8 · answered by bulletprooflonliness 4 · 0⤊ 4⤋