Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature
Which was the hardest of the eighty-one tribulations faced by the Tang Monk and his disciples on their journey to fetch the scriptures? In Journey to the West, the four pilgrims battled demons and overcame obstacles all the way to the Western Heaven. Each trial seemed arduous. But comparing them, which one posed the…
In Journey to the West, Heavenly King Li Jing (also known as Devaraja Li, or Li Tianwang) is famously known for his three sons—Jinzha, Muzha, Nezha and the little daughter Zhen Ying. However, many readers are puzzled by the connection between Heavenly King Li Jing and his adopted daughter, the Mouse Demon.