Category Archives: Myths 神話傳說- Translated

Nu Wa, Creator of humans 女娲補天

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Wzhang

The most well-known of China’s ancient legends is that of Nu Wa creating human beings. According to the myth, all Chinese people are her descendants. The first batch of clay people made by Nu Wa, were just like puppets, with … Continue reading →

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Chang E rushes to the Moon 嫦娥奔月

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Wzhang

Once there was an archer named Hou Yi. He married Chang E. He shot down the 9 suns in the sky, and now there is only one left. When the sun’s father heard about this, he got very angry, so … Continue reading →

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Pangu Creates The World 盘古开天地

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Wzhang

Ancient Chinese myths describe the creation of the universe, the origin of human beings, and the emergence of culture. They are part of the heritage of China’s five thousand years of culture. For example, these ancient myths tell the story … Continue reading →

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