Dragon Totem in Chinese Culture and Traditions
Zhou, Honglin
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Zhou, Honglin
Abstract
The year 2012 is a dragon year according to the Chinese Twelve Zodiac system. The dragon is a symbol of Chinese nation and Chinese culture and closely associated to the Chinese history and civilization. Legends about the dragon are cherished as a splendid part of Chinese culture.
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The year 2012 is a dragon year according to the Chinese Twelve Zodiac system. The dragon is a symbol of Chinese nation and Chinese culture and closely associated to the Chinese history and civilization. Legends about the dragon are cherished as a splendid part of Chinese culture.
Key concepts: Totem, Civilization, Symbol (formal), Chinese culture, History, China, Ancient history, Chinese people