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Byakko also called The White Tiger or Byakko in Japanese and Bai Hu in Chinese, is one of the Four Symbols of the Chinese constellations. It is associated with the element metal and it represents the west and the autumn season. | Byakko also called The White Tiger or Byakko in Japanese and Bai Hu in Chinese, is one of the Four Symbols of the Chinese constellations. It is associated with the element metal and it represents the west and the autumn season. | ||
It is also a symbol of force and army, and so many things entitled Byakko in ancient China are related to military affairs. In this capacity, Byakko was seen as a protector and defender, not just from mortal enemies, but also from evil spirits. | It is also a symbol of force and army, and so many things entitled Byakko in ancient China are related to military affairs. In this capacity, Byakko was seen as a protector and defender, not just from mortal enemies, but also from evil spirits. Byakko is believed to have divine power to ward off and punish evil, praise the good, and bring wealth and good match for marriage. | ||
|trivia=* In Chinese culture, the tiger is the king of the beasts and has been presented with a 王 (Wáng, king) on his forehead for centuries. | |trivia=* In Chinese culture, the tiger is the king of the beasts and has been presented with a 王 (Wáng, king) on his forehead for centuries. | ||