The Chinese Zodiac Culture 5- Dragon symbol

Thursday, January 12, 2023

The Chinese Zodiac not only integrates ordinary creatures into Chinese life, but its natural habits are endowed with many cultural meanings, from animals to gods, and receive respect and worship. Only the combination of natural creatures and cultural gods can form a complete impression of zodiac animals. Let’s go to learn more about Dragon生肖龙(sheng xiao long).

Chinese Zodiac Dragon

There are many theories about the origin of the dragon. Wen Yiduo infers that the clan with the snake as the totem has successively merged many other totem clans, forming a "dragon totem with the snake as the main body, with the head of the horse, the tail of the hyena, the horn of the deer, the claws of the dog, the scales and whiskers of the fish".

The dragon in ancient mythology is not sacred and inviolable. Nuwa refined stone to mend the sky and "killed the black dragon to help Jizhou". The dragon became a symbol of imperial power after the Han Dynasty. The emperor wore a Dragon Robe, sat on a dragon chair, took a dragon boat and sat on a dragon chariot. When the emperor died, he was called Long Yu Bin Tian. The Dragon Robe of the Qing Dynasty is composed of nine golden dragons and the "Ninth Five Year statue". There are countless dragon patterns in the Forbidden City in Beijing. If people use dragon patterns, they will suffer accidents.

The dragon is the God of clouds and rain. "Huainanzi Lin Xun" said, "drought builds earth dragons", and "Lun Heng chaotic dragons" said, "husband earth tiger can't cause wind, Earth Dragon can cause rain". Since the Song Dynasty, almost every village has a dragon king temple. In case of flood and drought, people have to offer animals to the Dragon King to control the rain and pray for good weather. it is also said that the Dragon cannot decide the rainfall by itself. In journey to the west, the Dragon King of Jinghe River was beheaded for violating the Jade Emperor's rainfall will.

long wang

The dragon symbolizes being outstanding and extraordinary. Confucius praised Lao Tzu for "the Dragon riding on the wind and cloud and going to the nine heaven"; Zhuge Liang is called "Mr. Wolong". Cai Yong often lies drunk on the street and is called "drunk dragon". Parents hope their children will become a dragon.

Sign up for a free trial now!

FAQ / Tips

Before starting any Chinese language course, the teacher will assess your Chinese language proficiency level through a placement test.This helps to determine your current level of understanding and ability in Chinese, and allows the teacher to tailor the course materials and teaching methods to your specific needs and goals. The placement test may include assessments of your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.Based on the results of the test, the teacher will be able to recommend an appropriate course of study for you.
Our teaching methodology is centered around our students and their individual learning objectives.We provide personalized learning plans, innovative and flexible teaching materials and methods, and strive to make learning Chinese a joyful and enjoyable experience.Our approach is designed to engage students and foster a deep understanding of the Chinese language, culture, and customs. We believe that learning should be fun and meaningful, and we work hard to ensure that every student enjoys their Chinese language learning journey with us.
Certainly, we offer a complimentary 30 - minute trial lesson for you to experience our services before committing to a purchase.This will allow you to gain a better understanding of our qualified tutors, innovative teaching methods, comprehensive class materials, and more.We are committed to providing you with the highest level of service and ensuring your satisfaction with our courses.
Our learning is different from traditional language learning in a number of ways. Firstly, we use technology to enhance the learning experience and provide personalized learning paths for each student. Secondly, our focus is not just on language proficiency, but also on cultural understanding and practical application of the language.Thirdly, we place a strong emphasis on developing speaking and listening skills, as well as reading and writing.Additionally, we incorporate modern teaching methods and materials, such as multimedia resources and interactive exercises.Finally, our courses are designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing students to learn at their own pace and according to their own schedule.
We offer highly flexible class schedules that cater to your needs, with lessons available from 7am to 10pm Beijing time, seven days a week.This allows you to conveniently take lessons at any time and from any location that suits your schedule.
Our students come from a wide range of ages, from 3 years old to over 80 years old. Our courses are tailored to each student's age and proficiency level to ensure they can receive maximum benefit and progress. Whether you want to learn Chinese as a second language or improve your existing Chinese skills, we can provide you with courses and resources that are suitable for you