Black Tortoise by Ghirin

Black Tortoise by Ghirin

The Black Tortoise is one of the four legendary creatures of China.

The others are the White Tiger, Azure Dragon, and Vermilion Bird. Each animal is associated with a color, season. geographic direction, and element. The Tortoise is associated with black, winter, north, water, and faith.

The Black Tortoise is often encircled by a snake.

Reference:

www.wikipedia.com

http://www.onmarkproductions.com/html/ssu-ling.shtml#turtle

Updated 2010-10-30

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