Mythological Dragons: Shenlong.
Today we continue talking about Dragons that are part of Chinese Mythology. If you look at today's world, they are still very important. You can see them in almost all representations of Chinese art and sculpture and one of the years of the Chinese horoscope is precisely the year of the Dragon.In fact, when that year arrives, China becomes, more than ever, the World Capital of Dragons. Today I present to you Shenlong
Shenlong is a Dragon belonging to Chinese and Japanese Mythology, considered as spiritual that controls rain, clouds and wind, which is why the citizens always tried to please him so as not to alter his temperament. But at the same time he was adored because on these atmospheric phenomena agriculture and cultivated fields depended, and therefore the economy of the Chinese people. If Shenlong was offended or in a bad mood, the population could risk suffering terrible storms or severe floods, or even the opposite with major droughts that would destroy crops in the region.
This giant that was flying in the sky and due to its constantly changing blue color (although it is sometimes seen in golden colors) was difficult to see clearly. This legendary Chinese dragon is divided into nine parts: lobster eyes, deer horns, ox muzzle, dog snout, catfish whiskers, lion's mane, snake tail, fish scales, and eagle claws.
According to mythology dragons are associated with number nine, so we have 9 types and formed by 9 attributes. Dragons represent the domain of natural elements, they are therefore wrapped in a halo of magic, which brings prosperity and abundance, which is why even today they maintain the custom of celebrating festivals in their honor, to attract their blessings.
And this is all for now, enjoy your day!
