Unveiling China's Ancient Myths: A Collection of 100 English Translations
The Legend of the White Snake: A Tale of Love and Deception
The legend of the white snake is a well-known Chinese myth that tells the story of a beautiful white snake spirit who falls in love with a mortal man. The story revolves around the themes of love, deception, and redemption. According to the legend, the white snake spirit takes on human form and marries a man named Xu Xian. However, she soon discovers that her husband has fallen in love with another woman named Duan Zhixing.
The Monkey King: A Mischievous Hero
The monkey king is one of the most iconic characters in Chinese mythology. He is known for his incredible strength, agility, and magical powers. According to legend, he was born from a stone after eating special fruits given by Bodhi trees. He eventually becomes one of the main protagonists in Journey to the West.
Chang'e: The Goddess of Moon
Chang'e is another famous figure in Chinese mythology who represents peace and tranquility during lunar eclipses when she weeps at being separated from her lover Hou Yi on earth below.
According to legend, Chang'e was once an ordinary woman who consumed an elixir meant for immortality,
which caused her to ascend into heaven where she became immortal herself but could not return back down due to having swallowed it whole.
Nüwa: The Creator Goddess
Nüwa is considered as one among several deities associated with creation according to ancient Chinese myths.
She was created by Pangu (the creator god) from clay which he had mixed with water taken from different directions (east-west-south-north). She was then tasked with creating humans out
of stones while simultaneously healing Pangu's wounds after their fight against Tianyi Emperor causing chaos over heaven-earth-sea realms before they were formed.
5.The Eight Immortals Crossing Sea - An Iconic Story about Friendship & Perseverance
This legendary tale tells us about eight immortal beings each representing virtues such as longevity (He Xiangu), wealth (Zhang Guolao), martial prowess (Cao Guojiu), wisdom (Lü Dongbin), health & medicine(Zhongli Quan),
artistic talent(Zheng Danfu) ,justice(Fazang)
and happiness(Zhang Daoling) respectively who embark upon their perilous journey across seas filledwith monsters trying all sorts ways including disguising themselves as beggars or fishermen until finally reaching enlightenment through mutual support towards each other during this arduous adventure showcasing true friendship amongst them all throughout history!
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