MythologicalEvents E1 | The Creation of the World

The Creation of the World

From formless chaos to the birth of the physical world: exploring the earliest Chinese creation myths and the legendary figure of Pangu.

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Key Mythological Concepts

Hun Dun (混沌) [hun-dun]

Primordial chaos before creation

Significance: Represents the state of unlimited potential, similar to the quantum vacuum in modern physics

Qi (气) [chee]

Vital energy or life force

Significance: Fundamental concept in Chinese philosophy and medicine

Wu Yue (五岳) [wu-yue]

Five mountains considered sacred in Chinese tradition

Significance: Represent the stability and permanence of the earth

Contemplating Creation

• How does the Chinese creation myth compare to creation stories from other cultures?

• What do you think the symbolism of the cosmic egg represents?

• Why do you think the number 18000 was chosen for the periods of creation?

• How might this creation story have influenced Chinese philosophy and medicine?