中国龙与北欧神话世界蛇形象对比

一．中国龙的介绍与整体文化特征

The dragon in ancient Chinese mythology is a mystical creature, depicted as a long, scaled

serpent with the ability to fly and transform. It is associated with the power to summon wind

and rain, and is often regarded as a symbol of auspiciousness, alongside the phoenix and

qilin. The dragon holds significant symbolism in ancient China, representing imperial authority

and control over natural elements such as water, rain, typhoons, and floods. In Chinese

mythology, the dragon is portrayed as a creature of transformation, capable of bringing

prosperity to all things, and is believed to ascend to the heavens during the spring equinox

and dwell in the depths during the autumn equinox. The \"Ode to the Dragon\" by Wang Anshi

also provides a detailed description of the dragon.