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What is Dragon Phoenix?

The dragon and phoenix are symbols of good fortune and auspiciousness. Dragon is a divine creature in ancient Chinese mythology and is also one of the symbols of the Chinese nation. It was created by ancient Chinese people through the integration of animals such as snakes, crocodiles, lizards, deer, pigs, bears, cows, horses, and celestial phenomena such as lightning, tornadoes, and clouds. According to legend, dragons can fly, call wind and rain, and are good at transforming. They are considered as auspicious beasts along with phoenixes, qilin and other divine creatures. As for phoenix, it is another divine creature created by ancient Chinese people through the integration of birds such as chickens, swallows, crows, cranes, eagles, peacocks, and ostriches, as well as celestial phenomena such as wind, fire, and sun. What’s more, phoenix is perceived as the king of all birds in Chinese mythology and legends. In the ancient totem era of China, it was worshipped as a divine bird, symbolizing a person with noble virtues. In short, the combination of the two is actually the deification of natural forces.

With the development of history and culture, the image of dragon and phoenix has gradually been considered as the symbols of good fortune and auspiciousness. In ancient China, the dragon phoenix patterns were widely used in architecture, painting, clothing and so on, and have become an important part of Chinese culture. For example, the dragon phoenix ornaments were often placed in palaces, temples and houses for the pursuit of good fortune. In recent years, with the development of the national economy and the strengthening of cultural exchanges, the phoenix and dragon culture has also been reinterpreted in modern society. For instance, wedding dresses with dragon phoenix patterns have become one of the favorite wedding elements among newlyweds as these patterns are not only beautiful but also play significant role in Chinese traditional culture. In short, dragon and phoenix carry great historical meanings, and are an indispensable and important part of Chinese civilization.

After at least eight thousand years of social progress, dragon and phoenix have become the cultural symbol, belief carrier and emotional bond of the Chinese nation. Most Chinese people at home and abroad identify themselves as "descendants of the dragon" or "descendants of the dragon and phoenix" in the humanistic sense.

phoenix on the left and dragon on the right

The Legend and the Origin of Dragon Phoenix

The dragon is the oldest totem in China. It was greatly loved by the royal family as it represents supreme authority and power. In the Ming and Qing dynasties, there were strict requirements for the image of the dragon. For example, there were rigid rules on the number of the dragon claws in a painting and those who break the rules whould be strictly punished.

In contrast, the phoenix gives people a much more friendly and kind feeling. The phoenix is often considered as a symbol of auspiciousness, happiness, and beautiful love. What’s more, as the phoenix is the king of birds and the peony is the king of flowers, ancient Chinese people also created the patterns such as "Phoenix Wearing Peony" and "Phoenix Flying through Peony" for the pursuit of good luck.

Since the dragon and phoenix are creatures that does not exist and are created based on people's beautiful imagination, so what is the origin of the dragon phoenix pattern?

In ancient times, there were many tribes distributed in the Chinese nation, each of which had their own totems to worship. These totems were generally animals, such as eagles, horses, snakes, deer, and so on. At that time, wars often occurred among various tribes due to competition for food and water sources. Later, as the power of Emperor Huang gradually became stronger, he unified all tribes. But since different tribes had different beliefs, people were not satisfied with the new designed totem. People argued for a long time, but still couldn't reach an agreement. At last, Emperor Huang decided to abolish all the totems of various tribes and to creat a new one. The new totem consisted of parts of the old ones of original tribes, such as a horse face, deer antlers, eagle claws, snake body, and so on, and hence became the image of dragon. However, there were still some elements of the old totems not being used, and the wife of Emperor Huang was so clever that she imitated the process of creating dragon from his husband, carefully selected the remaining elements of the old totems, and created phoenix. This beautiful big bird consisted of a peacock head, swan body, chicken wings, pheasant feathers and so on. What’s more, it is said that the phoenix is an immortal animal, and even if it dies, it can be reborn from the ashes, which is called Phoenix Nirvana.

The Development of The Dragon Phoenix Pattern

The dragon phoenix pattern is one of the most significant patterns in ancient Chinese architecture decoration, originating from the roof decoration of ancient Chinese buildings. Its origin can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty, and has undergone great evolution and development in multiple dynasties such as the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing.

In the Tang Dynasty, the dragon and phoenix pattern was first used in palace buildings. As a symbol of the emperor, it was believed that could bring great power and good luck to the royal family. The dragon and phoenix pattern, as an auspicious decoration, presented a high level of craftsmanship and decorative effect in the Tang Dynasty.

With the passage of time, the dragon and phoenix pattern of the Song Dynasty gradually became richer and more diverse, and was no longer limited to palace buildings but was applied to a wider range of buildings and decorations. The dragon and phoenix pattern of the Song Dynasty not only retained the basic form of the Tang Dynasty, but also added more patterns and elements, showing a more delicate and exquisite feature.

The Yuan Dynasty was ruled by the Mongolian people who played an important role in the development of the dragon and phoenix pattern. The dragon and phoenix pattern of the Yuan Dynasty added various Mongolian patterns and elements while retaining the the basic form of Song Dynasty, showcasing unique characteristics and styles.

The Ming Dynasty was a great dynasty in Chinese history that it had a profound influence on the development of the dragon and phoenix pattern. The dragon and phoenix pattern of the Ming Dynasty, while retaining the characteristics of the Yuan Dynasty, placed greater emphasis on the aesthetic and decorative effects. The dragon and phoenix pattern of the Ming Dynasty was not only widely used in architecture decoration, but also applied to fields such as painting, carving, and clothing.

The Qing Dynasty was the last feudal empire in Chinese history and also played a significant role in the development of dragon and phoenix pattern. The dragon and phoenix pattern of the Qing Dynasty was more exquisite and magnificent while retaining the features of the Ming Dynasty. The dragon and phoenix pattern of the Qing Dynasty had a strong imperial style and became an important component of Chinese culture.

In summary, dragon and phoenix pattern is one of the most important patterns in ancient Chinese architecture decoration. From the Tang Dynasty to the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it went through great evolution and development in different dynasties. The dragon and phoenix pattern became more diversified, and were integrated with the culture of other ethnic groups such as the Mongolian and the different characteristics of times such as Yuan, and Ming Dynasties. The dragon and phoenix pattern, with its unique image, rich meanings, as well as exquisite decorative effects, has become one of the important symbols of traditional Chinese culture and is still widely used in fields such as architecture, painting, sculpture, and clothing.

What Does Dragon and Phoenix Symbolize?

The Chinese culture is well-established, broad and profound, and the dragon phoenix pattern is an important part of it. It is not only widely used in ancient Chinese literature, painting, sculpture and other forms of art, but also deeply integrated into the daily life and way of thinking of Chinese people. As a significant part of Chinese culture, dragon and phoenix have rich meanings, symbolizing the wisdom, strength, beauty, and peace of the Chinese people.

First of all, dragon and phoenix symbolize male and female characteristics respectively. Dragon is a mythical beast in ancient Chinese legends, regarded as the greatest deity, symbolizing power, courage and wisdom. The image of dragon often appears in the emperor's clothing, royal buildings and artworks, representing imperial and ruling power. The phoenix on the other hand is a mythical bird in ancient Chinese legends, regarded as the most beautiful bird, symbolizing benevolence, gentleness and happiness. The image of phoenix often appears in women's clothing, wedding ceremonies and works of art, representing auspiciousness and the beauty of women. Therefore, the dragon and phoenix pattern symbolizes the concept of mutual complementation and harmonious coexistence between men and women, reflecting the importance of equality between men and women and family harmony in traditional Chinese culture.

Secondly, dragon and phoenix also symbolize the wisdom and strength of the Chinese people. Dragon is one of the most intelligent animals in ancient Chinese culture, possessing magical abilities and infinite wisdom to master all things between heaven and earth. The image of dragon often appears in ancient Chinese literature and folklore, and is described to be intelligent, witty, and able to solve various problems. While the phoenix symbolizes the strength and courage of the Chinese people. It is a powerful and mysterious creature that can fly in the sky and has endless power and energy. The rich meanings of the dragon and phoenix reflect the Chinese people's pursuit of wisdom and strength, and have been encouraging them to unleash their talents and abilities to create a better future.

In short, dragon and phoenix symbolize the combination of power and beauty, strength and gentleness, reflecting the concept of harmonious coexistence. The dragon and phoenix ornament is usually used in occasions such as festivals and wedding, expressing people’s hope for a better life.

Precautions for Placing Dragon Phoenix Ornament

Dragon phoenix ornament is a symbol of auspiciousness and is believed that can enhance the feng shui of the house and improve the fortune of the whole family. When placing a phoenix and dragon ornament, it is important to follow some dos and don'ts.

1. As dragons favour water and phoenixes favour fire, it is necessary to place dragon and phoenix ornaments as much as possible in or near their preferred environments in order to maximize their feng shui effects. Dragons should be placed close to water, such as by fish tanks, or facing water sources outside windows or balconies. If there is no water source, it can be placed in the north of the house. One the other hand, phoenixes should be placed near the source of fire, such as the balcony or areas with strong lighting to better play their feng shui role.

2. No matter what type of dragon and phoenix ornaments are, they should not be placed in the kitchen and bathroom. The lampblack of kitchen and bathroom dirt can easily affect the dragon and phoenix, weaken their power of avoiding evil and solving difficulties, and are considered to be disrespectful to these divine beasts.

3. Regardless of the shape of the dragon and phoenix ornaments, it is necessary to maintain their original color and texture. You should clean the ornaments at regular intervals, and not to place them together with other divine beasts.