History of Dragons

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Chinese history is full of dragons, as their legends and traditions. In fact, the dragon had contributed to the whole nation, before the reunification of northern China under the Qin Shi Huang Ti - literally, "Grand Exalted Emperor of the Qin dynasty" - in 221 BC C.

Dragons influence due to the fact that they were as divine ruler of lakes, rivers, lakes and other waters of China, and were worshiped as such. Well, no matter how small, ishave seen a dragon, and discontent against the dragon with the drought and drought. Just to appease the dragon, which could be a hope for more rain. Offers were made, and the rituals required to convince the clouds Dragon Dance once again, then run riot, running, and the rain fall. Therefore, as the Dragons were the true gods of fortune, happiness and prosperity. There will always be at least a small shrine wells and rivers and lakes, regardless of howThe premises have been.

The Chinese dragon is benevolent and merciful, unlike the West, sometimes described as parasites. As an emissary of the Dragon in the sky, bringing with them great authority, values and shine. They have a reputation of a help or a treasure for those who had been killed. Therefore, the dragons were very popular, and had their pictures taken and win their consent.

Most likely, nobody has asked forthe dragon more than the emperor. With millions of people to him for guidance, the dragons are the most important, the Son of Heaven, than anyone else. He said that this would be the coronation of the emperor, when he saw a dragon, while his government has a long and successful book.

The Emperor was with images of dragons, surrounded not only to improve their leadership, but also because the dragon was a symbol of imperial power. That meant he had been instructed toHeaven to rule, and in form and serve as intermediaries between heaven and earth.

Not all dragons are created equal, however. The youngest was four feet or less. Imperial Wizard was five.

The five fingers Imperial Dragon was the personal emblem of the emperor and carried him in her yellow dress empire. But he allowed his image and likeness to be used. Anyone with a five-dragon fingers, without the authorization was granted a quick beheading.

The aristocraticMythical creature, the five fingers of a dragon, was the imperial crown. Court officials wore clothing that clearly indicate that the dragon, which explains the world that the person, the Son of Heaven used. As such, you can go dressed freely throughout China, and hope that all the care needs of local mandarins.

They are often responsible for the implementation of the borders of China, an imperial edict, a parchment with the seal of the emperor, showing a dragon (ortwo of them, plays) with a pearl. These decrees have been identified as words of an emperor. Wait for the official edict was read to the public to fall on all fours, her forehead on the floor, listening intently. It 'was like the emperor himself was there.

Needless to say that the decrees have been implemented to the letter and failure means a quick and terrible punishment.

Things seem to have changed since then, but still the dragoninfluential. Remains the ultimate symbol of leadership and success, and is supported by many leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs with established and responsible. In this sense, the dragon also opens the way for the owners of today, as is the court official. The dragon is old, but remains as influential today as four thousand years ago.