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Tsai Shen Yeh - The Chinese God of wealth
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Tsai Shen Yeh - The Chinese God of wealth
Tsai Shen Yeh is a Chinese God of wealth (often also called Lu Shing or The Star God of Wealth). Images of the God can be seen in many Chinese and oriental houses and buildings, most often near their entrances (helping them attract wealth and prosperity to those places as well as acting as a protection to their environments and the income which comes to them). Pictured here distributing money, a Chinese custom at New Year. Date: circa 1920s
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This image showcases the Chinese God of Wealth, Tsai Shen Yeh, in the act of distributing wealth during the festivities of the Chinese New Year. Dating back to the 1920s, this photograph captures the essence of the God as he gracefully tosses gold coins into the air, surrounded by clouds, symbolizing his connection to the heavens and his role as a provider of prosperity. Tsai Shen Yeh, also known as Lu Shing or The Star God of Wealth, is a revered deity in Chinese culture, often depicted wearing elaborate robes and holding a sack of gold or gold ingots. His presence is believed to bring wealth and good fortune to homes and businesses, making him a popular figure during the New Year celebrations. The Chinese New Year is a time for renewal and fresh beginnings, and the distribution of wealth symbolizes the hope for a prosperous year ahead. This photograph captures the spirit of the occasion, with Tsai Shen Yeh's generous gesture representing the abundance and blessings that the New Year brings. The intricate details of the God's robes and the delicate folds of the clouds add to the mystical and otherworldly atmosphere of the image, transporting us to a time and place where the supernatural and the mundane intertwine. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a testament to the enduring traditions and beliefs of Chinese culture.
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