Sunday, September 26, 2004

Dragon's Nine Sons

I am really interested in chinese culture and folklore specially dragons. According to legend the Dragon had nine sons, and each had a strong personality. There is no general agreement as to what the Dragon's sons are called. However, to most people, they are:

Haoxian: A reckless and adventurous dragon whose image can be found decorating the eaves of palaces.

Yazi: Valiant and bellicose; his image is seen on sword-hilts and knife hilts.

Chiwen Chiwen: Likes to gaze into the distance and his appearance is often carved on pinnacles.

Baxia Baxia: A good swimmer and his image decorates many bridge piers and archways.

Pulao Pulao: Fond of roaring and his figure is carved on bells.

Bixi Bixi: An excellent pack-animal whose image appears on panniers.

Qiuniu Qiuniu: Loves music and his figure is a common decoration on the bridge of stringed musical instruments.

Suanmi Suanmi: Fond of smoke and fire; his likeness can be seen on the legs of incense-burners.

Jiaotu Jiaotu: Is as tight-lipped as a mussel or a snail. His image is carved on doors.


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