Legend One:
After Zhu Yuanzhang established his capital in Nanjing, he unearthed a pair of Pixius from underground. Since Pixiu was the ninth son of the Dragon King, he ordered the construction of the Pixiu Hall next to Linggu Temple to enshrine this pair of Pixius. After Zhu Yuanzhang established his capital in Nanjing, he built Zhongshan Gate, but the national treasury lacked funds. Chancellor Liu Bowen (also a Feng Shui master) suggested to Zhu Yuanzhang that Pixiu could be used to attract wealth. Zhu Yuanzhang followed this advice and placed the largest Pixius in the country gate. As a result, the wealthy people of the two rivers donated generously, leading to large-scale construction work. The grand scene deeply impressed Zhu Yuanzhang, who remarked: "The loyal subjects of the Great Ming dynasty are so devoted, the empire will surely last forever." Pixiu, also known as the Evil-Repelling Beast, is a supernatural creature in ancient Chinese legends. According to "Xiao Er Ya · Guang Yan," it says: "Bi, chu ye." In other words, people hope to rely on its power to drive away evil and eliminate misfortune. From "Ji Jiu Pian": "Shi Ji Bi Xie Chu Qun Xiong." Tang Yanshi Gu's commentary explains: "Shi Ji and Bi Xie are both names of divine beasts. Bi Xie means that it can repel and guard against evil spirits." According to historical records, Pixiu has the shape of a lion with wings. It was commonly used as decoration on ancient textiles, military banners, belt hooks, seal handles, and bell handles, symbolizing protection and the avoidance of evils.
After Zhu Yuanzhang established his capital in Nanjing, he unearthed a pair of Pixius from underground. Since Pixiu was the ninth son of the Dragon King, he ordered the construction of the Pixiu Hall next to Linggu Temple to enshrine this pair of Pixius. After Zhu Yuanzhang established his capital in Nanjing, he built Zhongshan Gate, but the national treasury lacked funds. Chancellor Liu Bowen (also a Feng Shui master) suggested to Zhu Yuanzhang that Pixiu could be used to attract wealth. Zhu Yuanzhang followed this advice and placed the largest Pixius in the country gate. As a result, the wealthy people of the two rivers donated generously, leading to large-scale construction work. The grand scene deeply impressed Zhu Yuanzhang, who remarked: "The loyal subjects of the Great Ming dynasty are so devoted, the empire will surely last forever." Pixiu, also known as the Evil-Repelling Beast, is a supernatural creature in ancient Chinese legends. According to "Xiao Er Ya · Guang Yan," it says: "Bi, chu ye." In other words, people hope to rely on its power to drive away evil and eliminate misfortune. From "Ji Jiu Pian": "Shi Ji Bi Xie Chu Qun Xiong." Tang Yanshi Gu's commentary explains: "Shi Ji and Bi Xie are both names of divine beasts. Bi Xie means that it can repel and guard against evil spirits." According to historical records, Pixiu has the shape of a lion with wings. It was commonly used as decoration on ancient textiles, military banners, belt hooks, seal handles, and bell handles, symbolizing protection and the avoidance of evils.
Legend Two:
It is said that Pixiu was the ninth son of the Dragon King, with the head of a dragon, body of a horse, and feet of a deer, resembling a lion in shape, with grayish-white fur and the ability to fly. Its main diet consisted of gold and jewels, naturally giving it a radiant aura. Compared to other auspicious creatures like the three-legged toad, it was far superior, which made it very beloved by the Jade Emperor and the Dragon King. During banquets, because Pixiu ate different things from the other immortals, it went in search of food on its own. However, it ended up devouring all the gold and jewels in the palace and temple. Pixiu had a habit of defecating anywhere it pleased. After eating too much, it would often have diarrhea, and unable to hold itself, it would defecate wherever it was, angering the Jade Emperor. The Jade Emperor slapped it, hitting its buttocks, and sealed its anus shut. From then on, Pixiu was sent down to the human world, where it could only take in money and jewels but never let them go. This story spread, and Pixiu became regarded as a sacred beast that brings wealth and prosperity.
Legend Three:
Pixiu was a fierce wild beast living over 3 million years ago in the areas of Tibet and Kangding, Sichuan. It had strong combat abilities. During the time when Jiang Ziya helped King Wu of Zhou defeat the Shang Dynasty, he encountered a Pixiu during a military campaign, but no one recognized it at the time. Jiang Ziya found its appearance extremely formidable and tried every means to subdue it and make it his steed. He won battles repeatedly with it. Seeing Pixiu's bravery and mystique, King Wu of Zhou granted it an official title of "Yun." At that time, Jiang Ziya noticed that Pixiu consumed a huge amount of food daily yet never had to urinate or defecate. Its only excretion system was the secretion of a fragrant sweat from its fur, which attracted animals from all directions. They rushed to eat it, only to be devoured by Pixiu themselves.
It is said that Pixiu was the ninth son of the Dragon King, with the head of a dragon, body of a horse, and feet of a deer, resembling a lion in shape, with grayish-white fur and the ability to fly. Its main diet consisted of gold and jewels, naturally giving it a radiant aura. Compared to other auspicious creatures like the three-legged toad, it was far superior, which made it very beloved by the Jade Emperor and the Dragon King. During banquets, because Pixiu ate different things from the other immortals, it went in search of food on its own. However, it ended up devouring all the gold and jewels in the palace and temple. Pixiu had a habit of defecating anywhere it pleased. After eating too much, it would often have diarrhea, and unable to hold itself, it would defecate wherever it was, angering the Jade Emperor. The Jade Emperor slapped it, hitting its buttocks, and sealed its anus shut. From then on, Pixiu was sent down to the human world, where it could only take in money and jewels but never let them go. This story spread, and Pixiu became regarded as a sacred beast that brings wealth and prosperity.
Legend Three:
Pixiu was a fierce wild beast living over 3 million years ago in the areas of Tibet and Kangding, Sichuan. It had strong combat abilities. During the time when Jiang Ziya helped King Wu of Zhou defeat the Shang Dynasty, he encountered a Pixiu during a military campaign, but no one recognized it at the time. Jiang Ziya found its appearance extremely formidable and tried every means to subdue it and make it his steed. He won battles repeatedly with it. Seeing Pixiu's bravery and mystique, King Wu of Zhou granted it an official title of "Yun." At that time, Jiang Ziya noticed that Pixiu consumed a huge amount of food daily yet never had to urinate or defecate. Its only excretion system was the secretion of a fragrant sweat from its fur, which attracted animals from all directions. They rushed to eat it, only to be devoured by Pixiu themselves.
Legend Four:
In mythological stories, Pixiu is one of the five great auspicious animals of ancient times (Dragon, Phoenix, Tortoise, Qilin, and Pixiu). It is also known as Tianlu and Bi Xie. Because it served as the totem of an ancient clan, it was once designated as the "Tianlu Beast." Pixiu resembles a lion, fierce and mighty. In the heavens, it was responsible for patrolling and preventing demons, plagues, and diseases from disturbing the heavenly court. In ancient times, people also used the term "Pixiu" to refer to armies. It has a mouth but no anus, capable of swallowing everything without excreting anything, thus able to attract wealth and gather treasures, taking in but never letting out. It has extraordinary powers. It is said that Pixiu loves the scent of gold and jewels and often brings back these treasures to please its owner. Therefore, the Pixiu beast has the function of enhancing wealth, and can be used to repel evil spirits, ward off negative energies, and protect homes.
In mythological stories, Pixiu is one of the five great auspicious animals of ancient times (Dragon, Phoenix, Tortoise, Qilin, and Pixiu). It is also known as Tianlu and Bi Xie. Because it served as the totem of an ancient clan, it was once designated as the "Tianlu Beast." Pixiu resembles a lion, fierce and mighty. In the heavens, it was responsible for patrolling and preventing demons, plagues, and diseases from disturbing the heavenly court. In ancient times, people also used the term "Pixiu" to refer to armies. It has a mouth but no anus, capable of swallowing everything without excreting anything, thus able to attract wealth and gather treasures, taking in but never letting out. It has extraordinary powers. It is said that Pixiu loves the scent of gold and jewels and often brings back these treasures to please its owner. Therefore, the Pixiu beast has the function of enhancing wealth, and can be used to repel evil spirits, ward off negative energies, and protect homes.
