• Mythological Events E3 | The World in Chaos: When Heaven Fell

  • Jan 12 2025
  • Length: 5 mins
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Mythological Events E3 | The World in Chaos: When Heaven Fell

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  • The World in Chaos: When Heaven Fell

    A tale of cosmic catastrophe, divine intervention, and world reconstruction - how Gong Gong's rage led to the tilting of heaven and Nüwa's heroic effort to save the world.

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    Key Mythological Concepts Gong Gong (共工) [gong-gong]

    Ancient water god with nine heads

    Significance: Represents chaos and destruction in Chinese mythology

    Mount Buzhou (不周山) [bu-zhou]

    One of the eight pillars holding up the sky

    Significance: Represents the cosmic axis in ancient Chinese geography

    Wu Se (五色) [wu-se]

    The Five Colors: Black, white, red, green, and yellow

    Significance: Fundamental colors in Chinese philosophy, corresponding to the five elements

    → Learn more about the Five Elements in our episode on Eastern Philosophy

    Exploring Cosmic Catastrophe

    • How does this catastrophe myth compare to flood myths from other cultures?

    • What might the five-colored stones represent symbolically?

    • How do you interpret the role of rage and pride in Gong Gong's actions?

    • Can you see any parallels between this myth and modern environmental concerns?
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