Chapter 513: Emperor Sacrifice
Mu Yu, Li Haoya, and Yang Cake stepped into this mysterious temple. The entrance to the temple is hidden in a dense jungle, with only an ancient stone staircase covered in moss winding upwards that leads them into this place of mystery.
As soon as you enter the temple, a quaint atmosphere comes to your face, as if time stands still here and the years precipitate here. The interior of the temple is solemn and secluded, with intricate frescoes painted on the high dome, each of which seems to tell an ancient story. Together, these frescoes form a spectacular memorial picture that brings every inch of the temple walls to life.
The three of them carefully walked through the murals, trying not to disturb this sleeping history. Mu Yu's eyes flashed with curiosity, and she carefully observed each mural, trying to decipher the story inside. Li Haoya watched all this with awe, he felt the solemnity and greatness of this place, and also felt his own insignificance. Yang Cake, on the other hand, was completely fascinated by this mysterious place, and he felt that every step of the way was like embarking on an unknown journey.
They gradually descended deeper into the temple, leaving a deep echo with each step, as if asking something about the sleeping temple. And the temple answered them with its silence and depth, leaving them with deep awe and anticipation. They know that they are about to uncover an ancient secret, a history that has been sealed for a long time.
The patterns on the murals are vivid and realistic, as if they re-enact that distant era. It is a grand imperial sacrifice, and in the center of the picture, a majestic emperor sits on a tall throne, his eyes are deep and sharp, as if he can penetrate all hypocrisy and lies. His countenance was solemn and divine, like a true god. The emperor's throne was surrounded by circles of priests and nobles, all dressed differently but with the same awe and piety on their faces.
Li Haoya stood in front of the mural, his gaze shuttling through every detail, and the magnificent historical picture scroll in his mind was slowly unfolding. His knowledge was extensive, and he quickly recognized it as a fresco of the Temple of Dijun. Di Jun, that is the supreme god in ancient mythology, is also the first ancestor in Chinese national legends. This temple is undoubtedly a place where ancient people paid their respects and prayers to Emperor Jun.
Every detail on the mural is imbued with a sense of history. The emperor in the picture is undoubtedly the emperor in the minds of ancient people, he is the hope of all the people and the guardian of the country. And those priests and nobles, with pious countenances, were offering their admiration and loyalty to the emperor.
Li Haoya was immersed in the murals of this imperial sacrifice, as if he could feel the deep breath of that era. His thoughts wander through the murals, as if exploring in an ocean of history. This is his love of history and his pursuit of knowledge. He knew that these murals not only recorded the beliefs and history of an ancient people, but also hid important secrets about human civilization. He's going to find out the secrets and reveal the truth behind them.
Di Jun, also known as Tai Hao, was an important figure in ancient Chinese mythology. He is the father of the sun and moon and one of the five gods, who wields the power of light and darkness.
The image of Teejun is depicted as a majestic and sacred deity. He is usually depicted as an old man with long silver-white hair and beard, dressed in gold or white robes, and holding a scepter that symbolizes power. His face was deep and solemn, and his eyes were bright and sharp, as if he could see everything.
In mythology, Di Jun and his wife Xi He gave birth to ten suns and twelve moons. Under his guidance, these children control the changes of time and the growth of all things. When night falls, Xihe leads her children to fall from the sky, bringing light and warmth to the earth. And when daylight comes, they return to the sky to bring sunshine and hope to people.
In addition to the sun and moon, Dijun also controls other natural elements. He can call for natural phenomena such as wind, rain, thunder, and lightning, and he can also make rivers, lakes and seas surge, bringing abundant rain to the earth. Under his rule, the seasons were distinct, and everything flourished.
In ancient rituals, Tejoon was regarded as the supreme deity, and people prayed to him for a good harvest, peace, and happiness. His image is depicted on various cultural relics and buildings, such as jade, pottery, and bronze, which became an important part of ancient Chinese culture.
The image of Emperor Jun is depicted as a handsome emperor who wears a gorgeous dragon robe with gorgeous clouds behind him. His eyes were deep and bright, as if he could see everything. His long hair is like ink and falls naturally, adding a bit of elegance. He is tall and straight, and his temperament is noble and mysterious.
In mythology, Emperor Jun rules the celestial realm, in charge of the growth of all things and the order of the universe. He has magical powers, able to control the weather and predict the future. He dwells above the Nine Heavens, where there are Qionglou Yuyu and cranes flying, showing a peaceful and beautiful scene.
The deeds of Emperor Jun are recorded in many ancient documents, such as "The Classic of Mountains and Seas", "Huainanzi" and so on. One of the most famous stories is the legend of him and the gods of the sun and the moon. It is said that Emperor Jun gave birth to ten suns and twelve moons with the god of the moon. Every day, ten suns take turns to appear in the sky, bringing light and warmth to the earth; And the twelve moons take turns guarding the dark world at night.
Behind him, auspicious beasts such as phoenixes and unicorns are often depicted to show his sacredness and dignity.
In ancient mythology, Emperor Jun was often seen as the ruler of the sky, who was in charge of the movement of the sun, moon and stars, and controlled the changes in the weather. His power and wisdom were revered and became an important symbol of Han Chinese culture.
In addition, Teejun is also regarded as the god of creation, who has created various living beings and natural phenomena.
According to the "Classic of Mountains and Seas", Di Jun had three wives, namely the sun goddess Xihe, the moon goddess Chang'e, and the queen of heaven Changxi.
In mythology, Dijun and his wife Xihe gave birth to ten suns and twelve moons, creating the entire universe. Under his leadership, his children have their own responsibilities and manage the operation of the universe. As a result, Dijun is revered as the "Father of the Universe".
In addition to this, Dijun is also the god of music. Legend has it that he invented musical instruments such as the qin and flute, and instructed humans on how to play them. Under his rule, the universe was filled with harmonious music.
Dijun controls the order and balance of the universe. His strength and wisdom enabled the universe to function in an orderly manner and all things to grow. He is the god of creation and wisdom, leading people to explore the unknown world.