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Emperor and Nine
In ancient China, the number nine was regarded as the extreme of positive numbers, i.e. the maximum of singular. For this reason, it was associated with emperors and matters connected with emperors. The imperial throne was named nine and five. An emperor was called honor of nine and five. Other matters concerning the number nine [...]
Posted in Chinese Culture, Chinese tradition, Learn Chinese
Tagged bronze, emperor, forbidden city, honor of nine and five, nine, spring festival
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