The Emergence
From Chaos
From Chaos
What was said to have been inside the egg?
Chaos
What culture is Dwelling in Nests?
Why did Nüwa create humans?
She felt lonely
What is the theme of this story?
Determination and perseverance can overcome even the most difficult of obstacles
Where in the world is China?
South-East Asia
The weather/environment of the Earth, this is also known as pathetic fallacy
What type of myth is Dwelling in Nests?
Moral
What do the snakes and Nüwa both symbolize?
Both represent fertility and power.
What/who represents the archetype in this myth?
The old man
Pangu created the entire universe whereas Nüwa created and protected the human race.
After how many years did the egg finally crack and release what was in it?
18 000 years
What did the man do?
Built shelter for people in need.
Why do women still pray to Nüwa?
To help with marital or fertility issues.
How old is the man?
90 years
What is the main theme of Dwelling in Nests?
What type of oral story is this myth?
Urban legend
What is the symbol?
The tiny space the people were huddled in together for shelter, comfort, and warmth.
How were the working class people created?
They were created by rope.
Who did the gods send to help the old man accomplish his goal?
They sent two giants to remove the mountains
What was the real world connection with the Foolish Old Man Who Removed the Mountains?
The Great Wall of China
What did Pangu's hands, feet, and torso become after his body came apart?
The four points of a compass
Indigenous cultures place a lot of emphasis on connecting with animals and the environment around us, only using what we need, and always being thankful for what the Earth gives us.
What is another version of the story of how humans were created?
After a severe flood that killed the rest of humanity, Nüwa and Fuxi repopulated the Earth.
What sea did they plan on moving the Earth and rocks to?
Chinese myths show that their values and myths are very traditional. What are some of their values [list 4]?
Honesty, loyalty, peace, harmony, wisdom, courtesy, righteousness, benevolence, etc