09/01/2025
“The Master observes the world, but trusts his inner vision. He allows things to come and go. His heart is as open as the sky.”
― Laozi
Tianlong 天龍 "Celestial Dragon"
Talon Abraxas
The Six Colors of Chinese Dragons:
Chinese dragons are often depicted in various colors, each carrying its symbolic significance:
Black:
Black dragons symbolize profound wisdom, knowledge, and experience. They are associated with the Northern Quadrant and the element of water, representing adaptability and fluidity.
Blue:
Blue dragons are linked to the Eastern Quadrant and the element of wood. They embody vitality, growth, and renewal, symbolizing the dawn of new beginnings and opportunities.
Green:
Green dragons represent harmony, balance, and tranquility. Associated with the Eastern Quadrant and the element of wood, they signify renewal and regeneration, akin to the lushness of spring.
Red:
Red dragons are symbols of power, strength, and vitality. Associated with the Southern Quadrant and the element of fire, they represent passion, energy, and auspiciousness.
White:
White dragons embody purity, wisdom, and enlightenment. Associated with the Western Quadrant and the element of metal, they signify clarity of thought and spiritual insight.
Yellow:
Yellow dragons are the most revered and auspicious of all. Associated with the Center and the element of earth, they symbolize the emperor's divine authority, prosperity, and good fortune.
The Five Classified Dragons in the Chinese Scholar System, in addition to the color classification, Chinese scholars have also categorized dragons based on their characteristics and attributes.
These classifications include:
Celestial Dragon (Tianlong 天龍):
Regarded as the highest-ranking dragon, Tianlong resides in the heavens and serves as a messenger between gods and mortals.
Spiritual Dragon (Shenlong 神龍):
Shenlong embodies divine power and wisdom, often associated with rain and water-related phenomena.
Earth Dragon (Dilong 地龍):
Dilong is the guardian of underground treasures and subterranean realms, governing over the earth's hidden mysteries.
Dragon of Hidden Treasures (Fuzanglong 伏藏龍):
Fuzanglong safeguards buried treasures and riches, symbolizing the potential for hidden wealth and abundance.
Dragon of Transformation (Yinglong 應龍):
Yinglong possesses the ability to shape-shift and adapt, symbolizing metamorphosis, evolution, and renewal.