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RELIGION & MYTHOLOGY

 

 

 

  Leizhenzi

 

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Statue of Leizhenzi, a powerful mythological figure and celestial warrior in Chinese folklore, who is typically portrayed with features such as wings and a sharp beak, and wielding a thunder hammer and holding a chisel-like golden rod. He is endowed with the ability to change into a dragon after consuming apricots. His appearance is reminiscent of that of Deng Zhong in his deified form as a Thunder General (fig.).