Spirit Pacifying by Black Tortoise – Inner Harmony and Protection Crystal Bracelet

Description

The Xuanwu(Black Tortoise) along with the Qinglong(Azure Dragon), Baihu(White Tiger), and Zhuque(Vermilion Bird), are revered as the four most formidable and awe-inspiring mythical beasts in ancient Chinese mythology. They each represent the four cardinal directions—east, south, west, and north—as well as the four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The Xuanwu specifically symbolizes the north and winter. Among the various legends about the Xuanwu, a prominent one depicts it as a mystical creature formed by the combination of a turtle and a snake, holding a significant place in ancient Chinese mythology. According to one account, the Xuanwu originated as a giant turtle in the North Sea, used by the heavens as a pillar to support the Penglai Mountain, the abode of immortals. Subsequently, the turtle refined itself under the Penglai Mountain, absorbing the aura of immortality, and ultimately ascended to become a divine turtle. The turtle’s body in the image of the Xuanwu symbolizes longevity and good fortune. In ancient times, the pursuit of immortality was a dream of emperors and nobles, who often wore patterns of the Xuanwu to pray for longevity and safety. At the same time, the turtle, as a symbol of longevity, also represents wisdom and composure. This bracelet features the Xuanwu carved on black agate, combined with white crystal, which is believed to bring health and longevity to the wearer, stabilize the mind, and foster inner harmony.