The qilin (English: / tʃ i ˈ l ɪ n / chee-LIN; Chinese: 麒麟) is a legendary hooved chimerical creature that appears in Chinese mythology, and is said to appear with the imminent arrival or death of a sage or illustrious ruler. [1]

Qilin, in Chinese mythology, the unicorn whose rare appearance often coincides with the imminent birth or death of a sage or illustrious ruler. A qilin has a single horn on its forehead, a yellow belly, a multicolored back, the body of a deer, and the tail of an ox.

2024年5月22日 · The qilin (麒麟, or simply lin 麟) is a Chinese mythical creature, frequently translated as "Chinese unicorn." While this term may suggest a one-horned creature, the qilin is often depicted with two horns. However, like the Western unicorn, the qilin was considered pure and benevolent.

2014年8月3日 · Although the Qilin may be terrifying to behold, legends describe it as a gentle and peaceful creature. In Buddhist depictions of the creature, for instance, the Qilin is shown to be walking on clouds, as it refuses to harm even a single blade of grass by walking on it.

2017年1月17日 · Qilin are extraordinarily beautiful creatures, sparkling like gems and adorned in flames. With their scaly bodies and horned heads, they resemble Chinese dragons, but their legs terminate in delicate hooves, rather than the dragon’s vicious paws, and their tails are lion-like instead of serpentine. No two Qilin look exactly the same.

2021年1月26日 · Although his appearance suggests an evil creature, the Qilin is a benevolent, peaceful animal that can walk on the water's surface, soar to the sky, and on the ground without bending down the grass. He symbolizes the upcoming birth of the sage and the personification of humanity and humanism.

2024年10月25日 · The Qilin, often referred to as the unicorn of Chinese mythology, holds a unique position within the rich tapestry of Chinese culture. This mythical creature is not only a symbol of good fortune and prosperity but also embodies the …

2021年9月3日 · The Qilin (also Kilin or Chilin), sometimes called the Chinese Unicorn, is a famed beast in Chinese lore, but what exactly is it? It is actually a one-horned chimera-like animal similar to a unicorn, one of five or more unicorn-like creatures in Chinese myth.

2024年9月14日 · The Qilin, often referred to as the Chinese unicorn, is a mythical creature deeply rooted in Chinese culture and mythology. It is celebrated for its benevolent nature and is considered a harbinger of good fortune and prosperity.

2023年7月5日 · The Qilin is one of the four most significant Chinese mythical beasts together with the Dragon, Phoenix, and the Tortoise but it’s arguably the least well-known of the four in western countries. What is a Qilin? A unicorn, a giraffe, a dragon-horse – the Qilin can be identified in many different ways.