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Chengdu Qingyang Temple | The Thunder and Fire General's Mighty Awe, His Thunderbolt Flames Protect the Dao

Besides Taishang Laojun and the numerous celestial deities at Chengdu's Qingyang Temple, one can also witness the majestic guardian deity, the Thunder and Fire General.

The deity's statue within the temple features a stern face and piercing eyes, wielding a thunder and fire instrument, and surrounded by images of thunder and flame. He presides over the power of thunder and fire, symbolizing the heavenly way of punishing evil and protecting righteousness. Thunder destroys evil spirits, and fire incinerates foul spirits. Combined, they become the unwavering force that protects the temple and upholds the law.

Worshippers often pray for the warding off of disasters and a peaceful home. Some also pray for career development to be as unstoppable as thunder and fire. As the incense curls upward within the temple, the solemn aura inspires awe, reminding practitioners that the way of thunder and fire is not only about intimidation but also about purification.

Post by 諸文武 | Sep 18, 2025