Chińskie mity i wierzenia związane z księżycem (yuè 月, yuèliang 月亮)
Chinese Myths and Beliefs Associated with the Moon (yuè 月, yuèliang 月亮)

Summary/Abstract: This article is an attempt to gather in one place the most popular myths, symbols and characters associated with the Moon. It has been divided into two parts. The first part refers to legends and presents residents of the Silver Globe (Chang’e, bunny/rabbit, toad/frog, Wu Gang) and objects located there (cinnamon tree, Moon Palace). The second part is an attempt to scientifically verify these beliefs and myths. It refers to such issues as frog deity and Moon deity in the context of femininity, fertility and immortality. Next, it deals with the relationship between Moon and number “seven.” The last two sections briefly discuss the traditional Chinese holidays, connected with the Moon (Mid Autumn Festival and Double Seventh Festival) and the Chinese Lunar Exploration Project, which could be a modern proof of the Chinese people’s attachment to traditions and popular beliefs (names of space vehicles).

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