What are the Four Sacred Animals of Chinese Mythology?

Chinese astronomy believes that the ecliptic sky is divided into four equal parts, and each of these sections’ is commanded by a mythological creature, and together they are known as the Four Sacred Animals, Four Celestial Animals, or simply the Four Symbols (四象; Sì Xiàng, literally meaning…

All You Need To Know About The Laughing Buddha in Feng Shui

In Feng Shui, the Laughing Buddha is among one of the most popular and commonly used charms, often used in many different Feng Shui applications to bring prosperity, good fortune, happiness, good health, and monetary success.

Interesting Facts about Maneki Neko, The Lucky Beckoning Cat

The Maneki Neko is a traditional Japanese figurine, which is also extremely popular in Chinese culture. Here are all you have to know about “the lucky cat”. If you’ve ever visited a Japanese restaurant, Chinese store, or any other Eastern Asian businesses, you might have noticed a cat figurine with…

Fenghuang -the Phoenix of Chinese Mythology

In China, the Phoenix is also called Fenghuang, and similar to the western counterpart, the mythological creature is an immortal bird that also represents the element of fire. The Chinese Phoenix is believed to symbolize harmony, and in ancient China, the appearance of the Fenghuang is believed as…

Chinese lucky coins (Identification – Meaning -Where to place them)

The Chinese lucky coins are considered to be a symbol of wealth and fortune, and when placed in our home and workplace according to the Feng Shui principles, it is believed that the owner will enjoy prosperity.

Lucky Bamboo in Feng Shui (Meaning, Placement, Care)

The lucky bamboo is a real bamboo plant, typically from the species Dracaena sanderiana. It is relatively small and you can put it in a pot and place it indoors as a Feng Shui charm, and it is quite aesthetically-pleasing so it can also act as a decoration. The lucky bamboo has been popular for centuries…

Fu Dogs the Chinese guardian lions

Fu Dog the Chinese guardian lion that is also called 石獅shí shī, is a very important symbol in Feng Shui. Historically the Fu Dog statues were placed in front of temples, government offices, and even imperial palaces in ancient China. However, in today’s Feng Shui applications, the Fu Dog is…

Chi Lin the Chinese Unicorn of Feng Shui

Chi Lin, or Qilin (麒麟), or Kirin in Japanse, is a mythical animal shaped like a Chinese Dragon with one, or sometimes two, antlers with similarities to the Western Unicorn. Hence, the Chi Lin is also often translated as Chinese Unicorn.

What is Pi Yao (Pi Xiu) in Feng Shui?

Pi Xiu (貔貅), or Pi Yao in some modern translation is one of the celestial beings in Chinese mythology besides the four major celestial beings (Azure Dragon of the East, the Vermilion Bird of the South, the White Tiger of the West, and the Black Tortoise of the North).

Understanding Feng Shui In a Few Words

Feng Shui is an ancient aesthetic system developed by the Chinese that utilizes the laws of heaven and earth to improve life through the receipt of positive energy or Qi.

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