- Sun Wukong – Mythopedia
Sun Wukong (孫悟空) is the Chinese trickster god known as the Monkey King Born from a magical rock, he was thrown out of the Jade Emperor’s court for his impertinence, but eventually achieved enlightenment
- Jade Emperor – Mythopedia
Whereas Wukong is the epitome of jealousy, impatience, and bitterness, the Jade Emperor is a model example of kindness, compassion, and wisdom After repenting and serving as Sanzang’s disciple, Wukong achieves Buddhahood and is accepted back into the Jade Emperor’s court The Zodiac Animals
- Xiwangmu – Mythopedia
Xiwangmu (西王母) is the powerful Chinese goddess married to the Jade Emperor, who tends to the Peaches of Immortality Originally a demonic figure, she repented and achieved enlightenment, and presides over life and death
- Chinese Gods – Mythopedia
The pantheon of Chinese gods and goddesses is extensive, spanning thousands of years as well as different ethnic groups and changing geographical boundaries Some of the most enduring deities are Pangu, the Jade Emperor, Guanyin, Sun Wukong, and the Eight Immortals
- Chinese Mythology – Mythopedia
Chinese mythology encompasses a wide range of folklore, history, and religious belief across numerous time periods and peoples, including the present day Many of these myths are intricately bound to philosophy, religion, tradition, and society
- Erlang Shen – Mythopedia
Erlang Shen (二郎神) is the Chinese god of engineering with an all-seeing third eye in his forehead A great warrior, he fights with a double-edged spear strong enough to split mountains and slay dragons
- Guanyin – Mythopedia
Guanyin (觀音) is the beloved Chinese goddess of mercy and compassion All-seeing and all-hearing, she is characterized by her great benevolence and offers protection to those who are suffering
- Nuwa – Mythopedia
Nuwa (女媧) is a popular Chinese goddess associated with fertility and marriage She created mankind in two different origin myths; once by shaping people out of clay, and once by repopulating the world after a flood
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