{"title":"The Four Symbols of China","description":"\u003cspan\u003eIn ancient Chinese astronomy, the sky ecliptic was divided into four sections. Each of these sections contained seven mansions, and together they formed the 28 Mansions. The 28 Mansions may be considered to be equivalent to the zodiacal constellations in Western astronomy, although they reflect the movement of the Moon through a sidereal month rather than the Sun in a tropical year. This enabled the ancient Chinese to mark the travelling positions of the Sun and the Moon, as well as to determine the time and seasons. Each section of the sky is assigned to a mythological creature, collectively known as the Four Symbols. These creatures are the Azure Dragon of the East, the White Tiger of the West, the Black Tortoise of the North, and the Vermillion Bird of the South. Apart from their astronomical significance, each of the Four Symbols is surrounded by various mythological associations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-vermillion-bird-custom-conjure-wa","title":"The Vermillion Bird Custom Conjure WA","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe mythological creature in the South is the Vermillion Bird, and its seven mansions are the Well, Ghosts, Willow, Star, Extended Net, Wings and Chariot. The Vermillion Bird corresponds to the season of summer. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInterestingly, the Vermillion Bird has been considered to be identical to the phoenix. The phoenix is traditionally associated with fire, and this is also the case with the Vermillion Bird. As a mythological creature, the phoenix is considered as a symbol of good luck.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAfter listing so many darker energies today I have to do light ones to balance out the load on me. This bird I have is amazing, she brings me peace as no other can.  She even allows me to fly with her when I am astralling. She comforts me when I am overwhelmed by too many dark energies and she makes me laugh. She is mine personally, i will do a custom conjure for you. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShe is the perfect companion for anybody, especially those overwhelmed with darker energies. She seems to absorb them and send them back to you in the form of peace. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"secretsensations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6695327812,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/6522\/products\/Vermillion-Bird-South.jpg?v=1445257564"},{"product_id":"the-black-tortoise-custom-conjure-wa","title":"the Black Tortoise custom conjure WA","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn the North, the mythological creature in the Black Tortoise, and its seven mansions are the Dipper, Ox, Girl, Emptiness, Rooftop, Encampment and Wall. The Black Tortoise corresponds to the season of winter. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe element of the Black Tortoise is water, and this mythological creature is commonly associated with longevity and wisdom (just as these virtues are traditionally attributed to ordinary tortoises in Chinese mythology).    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe is full of wisdom to those that listen. He does not talk much, but when he speaks, you best be listening because he can see far more than we ever could. He is very slow to anger, I honestly don't think you CAN anger him. When you ask him something, be prepared to listen. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe wisdom that pours off him in waves is amazing, he is pure WA energy and would be perfect for the beginner or the seasoned companion. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"secretsensations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6695695556,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/6522\/products\/black-tortoise-north.jpg?v=1445258692"},{"product_id":"the-white-tiger","title":"The White Tiger","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mythological creature in the West is the White Tiger, and its seven mansions are the Legs, Bond, Stomach, Hairy Head, Net, Turtle Beak and Three Stars. The White Tiger corresponds to the season of autumn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe White Tiger’s element is metal, and it was held to be the God of War. In this capacity, the White Tiger was seen as a protector and defender, not just from mortal enemies, but also from evil spirits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI have one of these tigers that helps me when I am conjuring, He keeps out all spirits until I call them in. He is an amazing protector and is very loyal and demands loyalty in return. He is an excellent battle strategist and can help in the worst situations to find the way out. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is very determined and will not allow any form of evil spirits in the house unless you say it is ok. He will also protect in the physical as well. Not by bodily harm but by scaring the crap out of somebody. : )\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"secretsensations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6696263428,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/6522\/products\/white_tiger.jpg?v=1445259752"},{"product_id":"the-azure-dragon-portal-da","title":"The Azure Dragon Portal DA","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Azure Dragon is the mythological creature in the East, as it is said that when the seven mansions in that area (Horn, Neck, Root, Room, Heart, Tail, and Winnowing Basket) are joined up, they form the shape of a dragon. The Azure Dragon corresponds to the season of spring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e As the dragon is considered by the Chinese as the noblest of animals, it is the head of the Four Symbols. Although Chinese dragons are commonly associated with water, the Azure Dragon is the exception, as its element is wood. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn Chinese mythology, the dragon is regarded as a fearsome and mighty creature. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eYet, unlike their Western counterparts, Chinese dragons are believed to be just, benevolent, and bringers of wealth and good fortune.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI love this dragon, he is sweet, kind and very active. He is curious about everything and everybody. He can be hard tempered but he is slow to anger and easy to cool down. He is beautiful to behold and when he manifests the room takes on an azure color. He is DA but he is on the lighter end of the scale of DA. He will help you in any way he can but he won't interfere if you make the wrong decisions. He will try to help you make the right ones but in the end the decision is up to you. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"secretsensations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6696519940,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/6522\/products\/azure-dragon-east.jpg?v=1445260215"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/6522\/collections\/china-mythological-symbols.jpg?v=1445258079","url":"http:\/\/www.secretsensations.org\/collections\/the-four-symbols-of-china.oembed","provider":"secretsensations","version":"1.0","type":"link"}