CHINESE MYTHOLOGY Flashcards
is built upon a foundation of cosmology, folklore, and religious beliefs that were passed down through generations via oral and written traditions.
Chinese mythology
he earth’s creation is attributed to the Daoist story of
Yin, Yang, and Pangu
separated the yin and yang to create the earth and the sky, and he used his body to create the mountains and rivers.
Pangu
is considered to be the first being with the ability to procreate and is the creator of all mankind.
Nüwa
is a classic novel that was written during the Ming Dynasty in 16th century China.
Monkey King
as born into a family that harbored literary ambitions, though they were bureaucrats and shopkeepers by trade
Wu Cheng,
A mischievous and powerful monkey born from a magical stone.
Sun Wukong
A compassionate and dedicated Buddhist monk, Tang Sanzang is the central figure of the journey.
Tang Sanzang (Tripitaka)