![]() ![]() ![]() They were recognised as conduits between Heaven and Earth, so in Chinese cosmology eclipses were perceived as bad omens for China's Imperial rulers, were no longer supported by the ‘Mandate of Heaven’. Emperors ruled in China’s Imperial Courts, only with the support of the Heavenly cosmos. The cosmic skies above were viewed as a scene from Heaven and thus reflected how a nation should be arranged on Earth - as above, and so below. Like many cultures, Asian countries looked to astronomy and astrology to predict the future. In times past, the phenomenon of eclipses must have been scary when playing out in our skies and ordinary folk believed it foretold of ominous occurrences and impending doom.Ĭhinese mythology and lore associated with eclipses stretches back thousands of years. So too has the mystical obscuring of it’s illumination when Luna veils its view from those of us on Earth. Sun’s allure has captivated cultures since the dawn of time. For more specific New moon insights and Yang Dog month forecast see here & here. ![]()
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