Chinese Mythology: Gods, Deities, Legends & Immortals Explained

Explore a complete list of Chinese gods, including their names, powers, and mythological stories. Learn about the most important deities in Chinese mythology.

Dragon King

Dragon King

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March 31, 2026

chinese dragon king How the Dragon King Emerged from the Waves:Some two millennia ago, communities across China began venerating a...

Doumu

Doumu

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March 27, 2026

Doumu Yuanjun: Ruler of the Northern DipperDoumu: The Celestial Matriarch of Chinese MythologyDoumu Yuanjun: Goddess Behind the Big Dipper As...

Changxi

Changxi

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November 30, 2025

Within the ancient and resplendent cosmos of Chinese mythology, Changxi—the gentle and enigmatic goddess of the moon—illuminates the night in...

Di Jun

Di Jun

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July 9, 2025

In Chinese mythology, Di Jun (帝俊) is revered as an ancient celestial sovereign. He is the father of the ten...

Dian mu

Dian mu

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July 1, 2025

In traditional Chinese mythology, Dianmu (電母), also known as Leizi, is revered as the goddess who governs lightning, working in...

Chang’e

Chang’e

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July 1, 2025

Chang’e: The Evolution of a Lunar Deity in Chinese Mythology Chang’e, a central figure in ancient Chinese mythology, is also...

Cang jie

Cang jie

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June 30, 2025

Cangjie, the legendary figure credited with the invention of Chinese characters, is a prominent character in ancient Chinese mythology. The...

Cai shen

Cai shen

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June 30, 2025

In Chinese Taoism, the God of Wealth is the deity responsible for managing worldly wealth. In Chinese folk customs, New...

Bixia (碧霞元君) 

Bixia (碧霞元君) 

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June 28, 2025

In Chinese mythology Bixia (碧霞) is a fertility goddess responsible for the dawn, and a guardian of mothers and young children. Her full name...