China’s evolving serpent legacy: Ferocious treasures, from rituals to households
24 January 2025

China’s evolving serpent legacy: Ferocious treasures, from rituals to households

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Why has the snake, often feared, been revered in Chinese culture and become one of the 12 zodiac animals? How is it portrayed in artifacts, and what does it symbolize in China compared to other cultures? In this episode, we explore the serpent's evolving meanings in Chinese civilization.

Special Thanks: Liu Yanfeng