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Explain the roles of Nuwa and Shennong in Chinese mythology.
Explain the roles of Nuwa and Shennong in Chinese mythology.
Nuwa is the creator of humans and is also known for repairing the sky. Shennong, on the other hand, is the god of agriculture and traditional Chinese medicine. He is credited with discovering numerous medicinal herbs and teaching people how to use them.
What are the responsibilities of Tian, Chang'e, and Lu Ban in Chinese mythology?
What are the responsibilities of Tian, Chang'e, and Lu Ban in Chinese mythology?
Tian is responsible for controlling the weather and seasons. Chang'e is the goddess of the moon, and Lu Ban is the god of carpentry and furniture.
Who are Yanluo Wang, Meng Po, Zhong Kui, and Ox-Head and Horse-Face in Chinese mythology, and what are their roles in the underworld?
Who are Yanluo Wang, Meng Po, Zhong Kui, and Ox-Head and Horse-Face in Chinese mythology, and what are their roles in the underworld?
Yanluo Wang is the king of the underworld, Meng Po prepares a potion of forgetfulness to help souls forget their past lives, Zhong Kui protects against evil spirits, and Ox-Head and Horse-Face are assistants in the underworld who guard the entrance and patrol the area.
Study Notes
- Pangu is the creator of the universe.
- Nuwa created humans and repaired the sky.
- The Jade Emperor is the ruler of heaven and earth.
- Tian controls the weather and seasons.
- Chang'e is the goddess of the moon.
- Xi Wangmu is associated with immortality and the elixir of life.
- Shujun is the god of farming and cultivation.
- Lu Ban is the god of carpentry and furniture.
- Shennong is the god of agriculture and traditional Chinese medicine.
- Yanluo Wang is the king of the underworld, Meng Po prepares a potion of forgetfulness, Zhong Kui protects against evil spirits, and Ox-Head and Horse-Face are assistants in the underworld.
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Test your knowledge of Chinese mythology with this quiz! From the creators of the universe and humans to gods and goddesses of agriculture, carpentry, and the underworld, this quiz covers a variety of fascinating figures in Chinese mythology. See how many you can identify and learn more about the rich mythology of China.
