Dancing Dragon 🐉🌟

November 12, 2024

Tale about Zhu Rong

The "Classic of Mountains and Seas" describes Zhu Rong, whose main identity is the god of light/fire. The "Great Wilderness North Classic" records that when Zhu Rong opens his eyes, it is day, and when he closes them, it is night. The "Songs of Chu" records that Zhu Rong was born during the chaotic period of the universe, holding a candle in his mouth, bringing light to the land of Huaxia.

In 1895, the painter Muqiao Zhou drew a series of paintings depicting Shanghai citizens celebrating the Spring Festival in his magazine "Feiying Ge Huabao." This series was titled "Twelve Scenes of the New Year," and it includes "Zhulong Flying Dance" (Dragon Lantern Dance).

During every Chinese New Year, people will celebrate by making Zhu Rong lantern soar and dance in the sky. Therefore, this week I wish to create a dancing Zhu Rong.

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