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5 Surprising Auspicious Chinese Symbols: Bats, Cats, and Spiders Are Good Luck

There are countless legends and stories about good omens and auspicious Chinese symbols. Some are lovely, and some seem rather odd. Before the 1970s and 1980s, when people in the countryside held weddings, they would place patterns of beautiful flowers and birds that were believed to be auspicious on various items, like quilts, dresses, and ...

Emma Lu

Cats, bats, and spiders are regarded as auspicious Chinese symbols.

3 Lucky Animals Bring Good Fortune to the Family

In the past in China, especially in the countryside, it was common for extended families to live together. People were used to hearing the wise sayings of their elders. One saying is that “three lucky animals bring good fortune to the family.” Seeing 3 lucky animals that bring good fortune to the family 1. Magpies ...

Nspirement Staff

Pink blossoms on a tree in front of an Asian-style house.