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The Legend of Niulang and Zhinü: Celebrating Chinese Valentine’s Day

Explore the ancient tale of Niulang and Zhinü and the customs of Chinese Valentine’s Day, where love, tradition, and folklore intertwine to create a special celebration for lovers. Learn about the magical bridge of magpies, the Milky Way, and the modern customs of gift-giving on this romantic day. Discover the significance of praying for sewing skills and the belief in Qi Niang Ma as a guardian angel for children under 16. From the heavens to the earthly realm, immerse yourself in the enchanting story that inspired a timeless celebration of love in Chinese culture.

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The Legend of Niulang and Zhinü: Celebrating Chinese Valentine’s Day

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  1. Chinese Valentine’s Day七夕 Group 4 34、 4、 6、 22

  2. The story • Niulang牛郎, a young cowherd, met a fairy Zhinü織女 and got married to her. But Goddessof the Heaven(王母娘娘) found that, and she was not happy about it, so she forced Zhinü to return to the heaven. • Niulang wanted to get his wife. He flew to the heaven. But the goddess created a river in the sky to prevent them from meeting each other. (That’s why we have the milk way and the 牛郎織女constellation.) • Taking pity on them, the magpies in the world form a bridge once a year. So, they may meet each other on 7/7.

  3. Customs • This day also became a special day to pray for sewing skill. Unmarried girls would  prepare thread and needles to worship under the moon, hoping to gain skill in the arts of needlework  • Qi Niang Ma(七星媽) , or Zhinü, is also said to be the guarding angel for children under 16.

  4. In Modern Taiwan • The celebration for Chinese Valentine’s Day resembles that for western Valentine’s Day now. A boy / girl will give chocolate to the one he / she likes.

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