![]() ![]() Thus the tortoise embracing a snake became the protector symbol of the north, but since the word "tortoise" was taboo in Chinese, it was referred to as the "dark warrior", one of the four protector gods of the four directions. The ancients also believed that there were no male tortoises, and so the female tortoise and to make with a snake. They then became the Tortoise and Snake generals and assisted Zuanwu with his quests. However, as the snake and tortoise showed remorse, he did not kill them but instead let them train under him to atone for their wrongdoings. Now divine, Zuanwu heard of this and returned to slay the monsters he had unleased on the countryside. The tortoise and snake became demons and terrorized people. Once removed, the original stomach and intestines were said to have become a tortoise and a snake. A god then came and changed his organs with diving ones. Since he had always eaten the food of the world, his stomach and intestines were still human. Xuanwu sought to study and achieve enlightenment and divine status, he was told that, in order to fully achieve divinity, he must purge all human flesh from his body. The legend goes that Xuanwu was a king of the north and he had two generals serving under him, a "Tortoise General" and a "Snake General". The Black Tortoise or the Black Warrior" is one of the Four symbols of the chinese Constellations. The bright start Regulus was known as "the star that stands at the Lion's breast." Regulus also had distinctly regal associations, as it was known as the King Star. ![]() Zeus commemorated this labor by placing the Lion in the sky. ![]() When the Lion pounced, Hercules caught it in midair, one hand grasping the Lion's forelegs and the other its hind legs, and bent it backwards, breaking its back and freeing the trapped maidens. Hercules slipped into the Lion's cave and engaged it at close quarters. Realizing that he must defeat the Lion with his bare hands. Inhabited by The Wind, Oil, acrylic and wax pastel on canvas, 82cm x 122cm, 2021 Documentation. The Lion was impervious to any weaponry thus, the warriors' clubs, swords, and spears were rendered useless against it. Happenstance, Acrylic and oil on canvas, 30cm x 40cm, 2023. The Nemean Lion would take women as hostages to its lair in a cave, luring warriors from nearby towns to save the damsel in distress, to their misfortune. In Greek Mythology, Leo was identified as the Nemean Lion which was killed by Hercules during the first of his twelve labours. The best part of this “happy happenstance” is that you can order the scent that most pleases you (choose from five essential oil based options, or unscented), and the color of the reusable glass bowl you receive will be a surprise! Generous Goods has partnered with Serve Kindness to bring you an exclusive collection of their pieces."The King Star" - Also known as the constellation Leo, one of the zodiac constellations. ![]() The soy-wax blend is hand-poured by women refugee artisans at Prosperity Candle, another mission-based Massachusetts brand. A small bubble in the glass or an unforeseen dab of color in the piece allows these bowls instead to become gorgeous vessels for an all-natural, phthalate-free candle. Since each Serve Kindness glass bowl is crafted by hand, every once in a while a “happy happenstance” occurs and a bowl is created with its own unique essence and flair. A collaboration between Serve Kindness and Prosperity Candle, the Happy Happenstance Candle is the ultimate in creative repurposing and resourcefulness. ![]()
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