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The Chinese and The Moon

Updated: 2011-08-31 17:16

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The Moon in the Chinese aesthetics

According to the myth of the moon, Chang E drank the elixir of life and Wu Kang cut down the cassia tree which can restore itself with each blow, implying an immortal spirit of life. The moon's waxing and waning greatly influences the Chinese lunar calendar and Chinese philosophy, in pursuit of immortal spirit of life and mysterious wisdom.

The Chinese and The Moon

Chinese culture has something in common with the moon, always peaceful and gentle, also reflected by the modest and friendly attitudes of Chinese people which also elucidates the spirit of Chinese culture.

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