Here are some English translations of traditional Chinese legends related to the Mid-Autumn Festival:
1. The Moon Goddess (Chang'e)
One of the most famous legends is about the Moon Goddess, Chang'e. According to the story, there was a celestial archer named Hou Yi who was skilled in archery. He was given the elixir of immortality by the Queen Mother of the West. However, his wife, Chang'e, accidentally swallowed the entire pill, which caused her to become immortal and float to the moon. Since then, Chang'e has lived on the moon, and it is said that on Mid-Autumn Festival, she looks down at the mooncakes on Earth, which are offered to her in honor.
2. The Rabbit in the Moon
Another popular legend involves a white rabbit living on the moon. According to the story, this rabbit is pounding the elixir of immortality for the Moon Goddess. The rabbit is often depicted in Chinese art and is a symbol of purity and longevity.
3. The War of the Gods
The Mid-Autumn Festival also commemorates the victory of the gods over the monster, Chi You. In ancient times, Chi You was a fierce and cunning monster that terrorized the people. The gods, led by the archer Hou Yi, fought a fierce battle against Chi You. After the gods defeated Chi You, they celebrated their victory with a grand feast, which is the origin of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
4. The Reunion of Man and Moon
In some versions of the Mid-Autumn Festival legend, the festival is celebrated to symbolize the reunion of a man and his wife, who were separated by the moon. The man, unable to bear the separation, climbed the moon to be with his wife, but found that he could not return to Earth. Since then, the festival is a time for families to come together and enjoy the full moon, symbolizing the unity of loved ones.
These legends have been passed down through generations and are an integral part of the Mid-Autumn Festival's cultural significance.
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