Mazu is an important image in traditional Chinese culture, representing the love, kindness and selfless devotion of women. There are many different theories and legends about the origin and selection of Mazu. One theory is that Mazu is the god of the sea believed by the best shipwrights at sea, and her appearance is to protect the safety of navigation. In ancient times, people were full of fear and insecurity about ocean navigation, so they needed a god who could bless them with a safe return. Mazu is such a deity, she is regarded as the patron saint of the sea, able to bring peace and good luck to the crew. 
Another theory is that Mazu was a beautiful and intelligent woman who was revered for rescuing fishermen and merchants in distress. In legend, Mazu not only has extraordinary beauty and wisdom, but also has the ability to change the weather and guide the course and other magical abilities. As a result, people reverently call her "Queen of Heaven" and worship her as their protector. The image of Mazu has a very important place in traditional Chinese culture, and she is a symbol of female love, kindness, and selfless devotion. Regarding the origin and selection method of Mazu, as a sacred woman in traditional Chinese culture, her origin and selection method have always been a topic of concern and **. According to historical records, Mazu originated from the belief in the god of the sea in Fujian, China, and was originally worshipped by local fishermen and seafarers before going out to sea. With the passage of time, the belief in Mazu gradually spread and became a popular folk belief in coastal areas and even inland areas. 
The method of selecting Mazu varies from place to place. On the island of Meizhou in Fujian, Mazu was elected by local villagers. They will hold the Mazu Birthday Anniversary on the 23rd day of the third lunar month every year, and at this time, they will elect a Mazu goddess as a representative to preside over the worship ceremony and manage the Mazu Temple. In the process of selecting the goddess of Mazu, the local villagers follow certain procedures and regulations to ensure that the selected candidates are virtuous and prestigious. In addition to the election method on Meizhou Island in Fujian, there are other places that have adopted different methods to elect Mazu. In some places, the gods possess a person by possessing the gods or asking the gods to descend, so as to exercise the priesthood on behalf of Mazu. This is more common in some parts of southern China. The Mazu, whether elected through elections or possession by the gods, represents people's reverence for the sea and prayers for safety. Mazu, as the image of the god of the sea, is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and her existence has become an indispensable part of traditional Chinese culture. With the development of the times and the changes of society, Mazu culture is also constantly inheriting and innovating, but its core values - protecting the ocean and blessing safety - have not changed. People from different regions and cultural backgrounds have different perceptions and legends.