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Dragon - Demon Or Demigod?
Dec 3, 2009The origins of the dragon in Chinese culture may be unclear, but the mythical beast is firmly rooted in tradition. Indeed, there are Chinese people who refer to themselves as being "descended from dragons". But very different interpretations of the dragon exist in East and West - and these can lead to confusion.
And as BON's Niva Whyman reports, some scholars believe we are dealing with two entirely different entities.
And as BON's Niva Whyman reports, some scholars believe we are dealing with two entirely different entities.
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