Chinese Mythology: The Bai Hu (白虎), the white tiger
Preface: The Bai Hu (the white tiger) in Chinese mythology is completely different from the current white tiger, especially the…
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The Bai Hu is one of the Four Great Divine Beasts of China, i.e. one of the Four Elements.
The Bai Hu represents the west and is associated with the element of metal, corresponding to autumn.
The Bai Hu represents slaughter in the Four Symbols and has a fierce appearance.
Its whole body is covered with white fur, resembling a huge tiger.
The Bai Hu represents war and power, and is the guardian of justice.
Ancient armies also used it as a symbol, saying that it could ward off evil and avoid disasters.
Preface: The Bai Hu (the white tiger) in Chinese mythology is completely different from the current white tiger, especially the…
Preface: The four divine beasts are important symbols in ancient Chinese culture, namely the Qing Long, the Bai Hu, the…