Posts Tagged dragon
Nine Sons of the Dragon – Bi An
Posted by sharon in Chinese Myths on June 9, 2010
Bi An, also called Xianzhang, is the fourth son of the dragon. He looks like tiger and is believed to have great power.
He is revered for his sense of fairness and impartiality. People believed that he defends justice and upholds the laws. Therefore, his image is usually can be found on the doors of prisons and the entrances of law courts.
Nine Sons of the Dragon – Chiwen
Posted by sharon in Chinese Myths on April 13, 2010
Chiwen is the second son of the dragon. He looks like a lizard without a tail. With great sight, he is fond of gazing in the distance. It is believed that he has the ability to swallow fire and spray wave to cause rainfalls. Therefore, his image can always be found at the corners and ridges of a hall as well as on the roofs.
As he can control water and safeguard against fire hazards, he is always invited to protect the family who live in a geographical location that is susceptible to typhoon, flood, earthquake, forest fires, etc.
Nine Sons of the Dragon – Bi Xi
Posted by sharon in Chinese Myths on February 22, 2010
Bi Xi, also known as Baxia, is the first son of the dragon. His figure looks like tortoise, therefore, he is commonly called the Dragon Tortoise. Bi Xi is easily can be found carrying stone tablets with inscriptions as he is believed to be powerful and has great strength. Due to its tortoise-like appearance, he also represents longevity of one’s good fortune. It is said that one will have good luck if he touches the animal.
