Zhong Kui Meaning and Symbol Guide
Understand Zhong Kui through his name, Chinese characters, visual symbols, protective objects, and folklore meanings.

Name Meaning
Zhong Kui Meaning: Characters, Pinyin and Origin
What does Zhong Kui mean? Learn the characters 钟馗 (鍾馗), pinyin Zhōng Kuí, how to pronounce it, spellings like Chung Kuei, and the name's possible origin.
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Symbol Guide
Zhong Kui Symbols: Sword, Bats, Ghosts and Robes
Decode the common symbols in Zhong Kui paintings: the sword, bats, ghost attendants, official robes, wine, and the creatures of the Dragon Boat Festival.
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