Chinese Mythology: Tian Di (the Heavenly Emperor)
Preface: The Tian Di is the supreme lord in Chinese mythology, the emperor who rules the heavens and the worlds,…
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The Tian Di (the Heavenly Emperor), the supreme lord in ancient Chinese mythology, is in charge of the Heavenly Court and the three realms, symbolizing the way of heaven and order.
He is often depicted as residing in the Nine Heavens, riding a divine dragon and wielding a divine weapon, possessing supreme authority and wisdom, and is responsible for judging the gods and mankind, and maintaining balance and harmony in the universe.
Preface: The Tian Di is the supreme lord in Chinese mythology, the emperor who rules the heavens and the worlds,…