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“Sanxing” - The Trinity of Luck and Happiness

“Sanxing” – The Trinity of Luck and Happiness in Chinese Culture and Feng Shui

Three deities known as "Sanxing" are the Chinese god of luck. When these three luck deities are displayed in your house or business, they offer wealth, prosperity, and longevity luck. "Sanxing" is a combination of San (three) and Xing (stars). The three members of the trinity are the God or "Star" of wealth blessings (fuxing 福星), the God of prosperity (luxing 祿星), and the God of longevity (shouxing 壽星). They are shown as a trinity in a single artwork or drawing or as three individual figures.
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Chung Yeung Festival -The Double Ninth Festival

Chung Yeung Festival (The Double Ninth Festival) – History, Legend, Traditions, and Activities

The Chung Yeung Festival (重節) (重节), or also called Double Ninth Festival, is one of the oldest and most important festivals in China. However, it is also celebrated in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and many other countries in Asia. In some countries, the festival is called with different names, like Chōyō in Japan, and Jungyangjeol in Korea.
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Ladybug Symbolism in Chinese Culture and How to Use it as Feng Shui Symbol

Even though ladybugs are native to North America, their symbolism has reached all corners of the world and is well respected. They are seen as positive omens and indicators of good luck all across the world. Ladybugs, unlike other insects, are typically seen as clean, unharmful, and adorable due to their rounded form and dotted spots over a colorful background.
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The Eight Immortals in Chinese Folk Culture and Feng Shui

The Eight Immortals in Chinese Folk Culture and Feng Shui

The Eight Immortals are one of the most well-known figures in Chinese popular culture. They are said to bring happiness and wealth; hence, their representations are prevalent during many important events (such as marriages, childbirth, and New Year's celebrations). Their depictions (or symbols) appear on banners, infant bonnets, temple roofs, greeting cards, and even women's clothes.
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Chinese Fans - close up photo of woman holding red hand fan

Chinese Fans: History, Meaning, and Types

From royalties to nobles to the poorest commoners, the Chinese fans have been a very important part of ancient China and its history. They are, however, still very popular today not only in China and all over the world. If you travel to China during the summer, you can easily see people in the street fanning away the striking heat. Even today, you can easily find Chinese fans in many peddlers and stores all across China. The Chinese fan has over three thousand years of history and is certainly not only something you use to beat the heat. Here, we will learn all you need to know about Chinese traditional fans. Let us start by discussing its history.
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