The Yellow Emperor, also known as Huangdi or Xuanyuan Huangdi, is a legendary Chinese emperor and cultural hero. He is considered the ancestor of all Han Chinese.
Known for
Inventions such as the wheel, writing, and the compass
Establishing the lunar calendar
Introducing the bow and arrow
Starting the use of coined money
Establishing governmental institutions
Legend
He is said to have ruled from 2697 BC for 100 years
He is said to have retired from leadership to achieve spiritual perfection
He is said to have ascended to heaven on a dragon
His wife is said to have discovered silk production
Significance
He is considered the initiator of Chinese culture
He is a patron saint of Daoism
He is revered as a deity in Chinese folk religion
Other information
The name Huangdi comes from the Chinese root Huang which can mean both "radiant" and "yellow"
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The Yellow Emperor, also known as Huangdi or Xuanyuan Huangdi, is a legendary Chinese emperor and cultural hero. He is considered the ancestor of all Han Chinese.
Known for
Inventions such as the wheel, writing, and the compass
Establishing the lunar calendar
Introducing the bow and arrow
Starting the use of coined money
Establishing governmental institutions
Legend
He is said to have ruled from 2697 BC for 100 years
He is said to have retired from leadership to achieve spiritual perfection
He is said to have ascended to heaven on a dragon
His wife is said to have discovered silk production
Significance
He is considered the initiator of Chinese culture
He is a patron saint of Daoism
He is revered as a deity in Chinese folk religion
Other information
The name Huangdi comes from the Chinese root Huang which can mean both "radiant" and "yellow"
He is often associated with the sun