The Light of the Unicorn Pegasus

The Light of the Unicorn Pegasus This piece is beautiful, unique, and three-dimensional! A Pegasus is a horse with wings. Legends about the Pegasus vary across Western and Eastern cultures. Most people are familiar with the Western version. Pegasus (Ancient Greek: Πήγασος, Pégasos; Latin: Pegasus), also known as Pegasos, commonly called the Celestial Horse or Flying Horse, is a famous mythical creature in Greek mythology. He is a winged horse, usually white. He was born to Medusa and Poseidon, the god of the sea, and served as a divine horse. When his mother Medusa's head was severed by Perseus, he was born alongside his twin brother, the giant Chrysaor. Greek and Roman poets describe him ascending to heaven to meet Zeus, the king of the gods, who instructed him to bring lightning and thunder from Mount Olympus. He was a friend to the Muses. He was tamed by the Greek hero Bellerophon, who rode him to battle the Chimera. However, when Bellerophon attempted to ride him to Mount Olympus, Pegasus threw him off. Zeus transformed him into the constellation Pegasus and placed him in the sky. The Eastern version, however, I find more intriguing, so I will elaborate on it here! The Pegasus is also known as the Celestial Horse. The Celestial Horse is an ancient Chinese mythical beast. In Chinese mythology, it is depicted as a galloping steed. In the art of seal carving, the Fuzhou seal-carving school's Celestial Horse often draws inspiration from the *Classic of Mountains and Seas* or the Han Dynasty's "feathered immortal riding a Celestial Horse" style, with seals often featuring wings or no wings. Unlike its Western counterpart, the unicorn, due to the hardness of seal stones and metal, and considering the comfort of pressing the seal, traditional Celestial Horses are depicted without horns. To distinguish it as a "Celestial Horse," clouds are often painted beneath it, symbolizing its ability to soar through the clouds. According to ancient texts, there is a creature on Mount Macheng that resembles a white dog with a black head. When it sees people, it flies away, and its name is the Celestial Horse. Its cry sounds like it's calling its own name. Sometimes, the Celestial Horse seal is carved to resemble a horse, or a large white dog with black hair on its head and wings on its back. When it sees people, it takes flight, and people call this creature the "Celestial Horse." Legend has it that there is an animal called "Cheng Huang" that lives in the distant Western Bai Kingdom. It resembles a fox with a fleshy horn on its back and has a lifespan of thousands of years. If a person can ride it, they can live for a thousand years without dying. Some say this "Cheng Huang" resembles a qilin, while others say its body is horse-like with a pair of wings like a dragon's. However, the depiction of Cheng Huang as a horse with wings was most popular in ancient times, and according to this interpretation, Cheng Huang would also be a type of "Celestial Horse." "Cheng Huang" was also known as "Fei Huang" in ancient times, and it is said that the Yellow Emperor ascended to immortality by riding "Fei Huang." The great Tang Dynasty literary scholar Han Yu once wrote the famous line, "Fei Huang gallops away, unable to look back at the toad (referring to the moon)." The modern idiom "飛黃騰達" (fēihuáng téngdá), meaning to rise rapidly in status or wealth, is derived from this. It is a legendary beast. *Classic of Mountains and Seas, North Mountain Classic*: "Two hundred li further northeast is Mount Macheng. It abounds with ornamental stones, and its shaded slopes are rich in gold and jade. There is a beast there, resembling a white dog with a black head. When it sees people, it flies away, and its name is the Celestial Horse." Many deities and mythical creatures can ride clouds. Among all these "drivers," Sun Wukong's somersault cloud in *Journey to the West* is a standout. His ability to cause havoc in the Heavenly Palace and his arrogance were largely due to his excellent driving skills and speed, allowing him to escape if he couldn't win. Among mythical beasts, not many can ride clouds. We know dragons can ride clouds, and since the Four Great Ancient Divine Beasts can ascend to the heavens, they should all be able to ride clouds. The *Classic of Mountains and Seas Pictorial Commentary* states that dragons rely on clouds to travel, and Tengshe (a mythical serpent) uses mist. Neither compares to the Celestial Horse. It can naturally soar in the air, suspended in the atmosphere, without needing any external aids. *Classic of Mountains and Seas Pictorial Commentary*: "Dragons travel on clouds, Tengshe borrows mist, but not like the Celestial Horse, which naturally soars. It moves with inherent power, its heavenly mechanism subtly controlled." This shows that the Celestial Horse is a seasoned "driver," with exceptional skills, capable of winning the F0 championship of the Three Realms. The Celestial Horse is also the name of a star. It belongs to Kui, one of the Western Seven Mansions. *Book of Jin, Astronomy Vol. 1*: "The five stars of Wang Liang are located north of Kui, in the middle of the river, serving as the charioteer official for the Son of Heaven. Its four stars are called Tian Si, and the adjacent star is called Wang Liang, also known as the Celestial Horse." Many mythical characters switch between the heavens and the human world, appearing in two forms. For example, the most familiar is Zhu Bajie, who in heaven is Marshal Tianpeng, in charge of 80,000 naval troops, but on earth, he is a pig demon who eats people. Taishang Laojun's mount, the Green Ox, is a divine ox in heaven, but transforms into the Great King Si of Jindou Mountain when he comes to the human world. *Journey to the West* also features a deer demon from the Black British Cave on Green Dragon Mountain. It was originally the white deer under Shou Xing, one of the Three Stars from overseas, but later descended to the mortal realm out of longing. The *Classic of Mountains and Seas* also records such divine beasts, such as the ancient divine beast Celestial Horse from Mount Macheng. The *Classic of Mountains and Seas, North Mountain Classic* records: "On Mount Macheng, there is a beast that resembles a white dog with a black head. When it sees people, it flies away, and its name is the Celestial Horse. Its cry sounds like it's calling its own name." The *Yun Hui* states: "Fei Yu, a celestial divine beast with a deer's head and a dragon's body. In heaven, it is Gou Chen; in the human world, it is the Celestial Horse." This refers to the Celestial Horse from the *Classic of Mountains and Seas*. It is a strange beast with a deer's head and a dragon's body, having two forms: in heaven, it appears as Gou Chen, and on earth, it transforms into the Celestial Horse. Gou Chen is one of the six ancient gods, working alongside Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, Black Tortoise, and Tengshe, each managing different directions in the celestial palace. The historical text *Jingzhou Zhan* records: "Gou Chen is the Grand Minister of the Son of Heaven, corresponding to the position of the Yellow Dragon." Some believe Gou Chen is actually the qilin, just a different name. For example, the author of *Yi Mao* states that Gou Chen is merely an outward appearance; its true name is Qilin, residing in the center of the six gods and serving as the guardian beast for the day of Wu. Because the qilin is known as a benevolent beast, it governs with the element of earth. To put this complex passage simply, Gou Chen is actually the legendary qilin beast, known for its humane and inclusive management style, and its love for world peace. Some also say the Celestial Horse is a representative of dragons, a so-called "dragon intermediary." Wherever it appears, dragons are sure to follow, and it always leads the way in any activity. Xu Lingyun: "Celestial Horse, Dragon Intermediary." Some scholars believe that, like the divine beast Bixie, the Celestial Horse usually stays in its sacred mountain and does not come out. Wu Shujin: "The wonder of Bixie and the Celestial Horse, hidden in famous mountains." Bixie is a divine beast in Chinese folklore, resembling a deer with long, large horns. Some say it is the Pixiu. Bixie has the spiritual power to stabilize households and ward off evil spirits. It is said to have a large mouth but no anus, and it feeds on gold and jade, only taking in and never expending, thus being revered by the greedy as a wealth-attracting divine beast. Statues of Pixiu are now common in the storefronts of businesses and even companies. Therefore, the Pegasus and the Celestial Horse are famous in both the East and the West! Both are divine beasts! Here too! Both have the ability to fly on their own! They have their own wings! No need for clouds! Masters! Just like you! Combined with a ruby. There is an ancient legend in Myanmar that dragons laid three eggs. The first hatched the king of heretics, the second hatched the Chinese emperor, and the third hatched a ruby. They believed this was a gift from the gods, a treasure of heaven and earth not belonging to the human realm. In Myanmar, rubies belonged to the king, and it was said that anyone who tried to possess one would have their eyes gouged out and be imprisoned in a dungeon where they would never see the light of day. There are 4 types of gemstones! Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond! All others are semi-precious stones. And ruby ranks first! The sacred gem for women! The reason gemstones are considered gemstones is due to certain conditions, such as rarity, beauty, and durability, which are the basic requirements. Ruby is the most precious member of the Corundum family. Its English name, Ruby, originates from the Latin word Rubeus, meaning red, specifically referring to the element of "fire." Indians regard rubies as the queen of gemstones, and Europeans call them the king of gemstones. Beyond its history, its hard structure endures eternally, its dazzling fire has captivated people of all nationalities for thousands of years. The beauty of ruby is deep yet vibrant, drawing attention. And this piece is also transparent! 😘🌹 It ignites the spark of passion, making one gradually approachable and no longer indifferent. Indeed, giving love brings love in return. It fills one with vitality! Keeping one youthful. It can be said to be a sacred object for women, allowing you to become a noble queen and reclaim your crown in this world. 👑😇 Rubies also have many benefits! 1. Symbolizing the vitality of life, it enhances the wearer's energy and vigor. 2. Relieves tension and stress, bringing a joyful mood. It bestows passion and love. 3. Makes one radiant and attractive, bringing a good complexion and good relationships. 4. Enhances self-confidence and personal charm, thus becoming the center of attention, expanding social circles, and making interpersonal relationships smoother and more harmonious. 5. Stabilizes financial status, bringing wealth. It is said that rubies bring happiness. A Pegasus with a ruby is the king of kings! 🌹🪽💗 This piece is for you if you see it! 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