The Chinese Dragon has very different connotations from the European Dragon. In European Cultures, the Dragon is a fire-breathing creature with aggressive connotations, whereas the Chinese Dragon is a Spiritual and Cultural Symbol that represents Prosperity and Good Luck, as well as a Rain Deity that fosters Harmony.
In the Chinese Culture, the Dragon represents Good Luck, Strength, Health and also the Male Element Yang. The Dragon is unique because it is the only Mythical Creature of all the Animals in the Chinese Zodiac and more babies are born in the Year of the Dragon than any other Zodiac Animal.
The Dragon King, also known as the Dragon God, is a Figure from Chinese Mythology. The transliteration of his name in Chinese is Longwang. He has authority over the storms and seas, as well as all other bodies of water
…and the Spiritual Dragon (Shenlong), who controls the rain and winds. In popular belief only the latter two were significant; they were transformed into the Dragon Kings (Longwang), Gods who lived in the Four Oceans, delivered Rain, and Protected Seafarers.
Facing Challenges: Dragons are often associated with Challenges and Obstacles, but they're also known for overcoming them. If you're going through a tough time in your life, seeing a Dragon might symbolize your ability to face Challenges head-on and Conquer them. It's like your Dream cheering you on!
The Feng Shui Dragon is a powerful Male Energy Symbol. It is often combined with a Crystal to denote Power, Money and a plethora of Opportunities. The Dragon is considered Auspicious in Feng Shui.
In most World Traditions, the Dragon is the Embodiment of Chaos and Untamed Nature.
Approx. 49mm H x 11mm
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Beads Of Paradise began in the late 1980’s as a small store in the East Village. We originally specialized in African antiquities, textiles, beads and jewelry – but as interest in world art and beads grew throughout the 1990s, we underwent a major expansion and moved to our current location in the historic Flatiron district of New York City. Read More; A Visual History
