The Story of Change and the Moon Goddess in Chines
The Story of Chang'e and the Moon Goddess in Chinese Mythology
Introduction to Ancient Chinese Myths
Chinese mythology is a treasure trove of stories, legends, and myths that have been passed down for generations. It offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage and spiritual beliefs of ancient China. Among these stories, one stands out – the tale of Chang'e, also known as the Moon Goddess.
Chang'e: The Moon Goddess
According to legend, Chang'e was once a beautiful mortal woman who lived during the Han dynasty. She was married to an archer named Zhongli Quan but fell in love with another man named Zhang Liang. When she discovered that her husband had found out about her affair, she drank an elixir meant for immortality and fled to the moon.
Chang'e's Journey to Immortality
After consuming the elixir, Chang'e became immortal but lost her connection with Earth due to its effects on humans. Her husband searched for her everywhere but eventually gave up when he realized that his wife had become divine.
The Celestial Rivalry Between Chang'e and Houyi
In another part of Chinese mythology, there is a story about Houyi (also known as Archery God), who shot down nine suns from heaven using his magical bow and arrows because they were causing chaos on Earth. Afterward, he decided to take ten cauldrons containing Elixir of Life from under Heaven's bedchamber without permission.
Heaven grew angry at this act of defiance by mortals against gods' power so it ordered eight celestial generals (known as 'Yue Lao') or "Matchmaker Gods" - those responsible for matchmaking among ordinary people - assigned by heaven itself - they are said not only be able match couples together but also control destiny through their actions which led them all falling into deep sleep after hearing news about chang e going up onto moon; thus making way clear path towards moon goddess taking over sky while keeping herself away from both men who loved & desired her most deeply ever since beginning time itself began here below us now today tomorrow forever more till end times come near us again someday soon enough before long may we meet once again at same place where our paths first crossed many years ago yet still remain strong bond between us no matter what happens even if worlds change completely different than how things used today then will always remember you my sweet darlings I miss you both so much already especially your warm embrace feeling safe within your loving arms giving me strength courage hope inspiration every day never forget how much you mean me dear friends please know I'll never stop believing in our future together until death do we part forever yours truly
