Chang’e(also known as Heng’e, Su’e) is the Moon Goddess in Chinese traditional mythology. We can find this figure of myth in Journey to the West and many other novels. However the portrayal of Chang’e in Journey to the West diverges sharply from traditional mythology.
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[Journey to the West] The Quest for Immortality in Myth and Legend
“The remedy comes from beyond the sea” is a Chinese proverb, meaning that to seek a miraculous cure, one must journey to the mythical immortal islands in the ocean.
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Immortality and Journey to the West
In many cultures, immortality is regarded as a noble ideal. Ancient Chinese myths, legends, and texts are rich with stories and figures pursuing eternal life.
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