In "Journey to the West", the Dinghaishen Needle is a tool used to measure the depth of water when Dayu controls the water, called "Ruyi Golden Hoop Stick". It was originally the treasure of Ao Guang, the dragon king of the East China Sea, and was later obtained by Sun Wukong. Sun Wukong has used it many times on the way to learn scriptures to exert supernatural powers, subdue demons and eliminate monsters. In the book, the Dinghaishen needle is described as "a golden hoop at both ends, and a piece of black iron in the middle", which has the magical power of "changing at will".
However, the prototype of the Dinghai Divine Needle does not come from "Journey to the West", but from ancient Chinese myths and legends. According to the record of "Classic of Mountains and Seas", the Dinghai God Needle was originally an iron rod refined by Taishang Laojun, named "Ruyi Iron Pestle". It is five feet long, as thick as a finger, and can be large or small, and there are endless variations. This iron rod can not only change at will, but also "suppress the Dragon Palace and make the sea not wave".
From a historical and cultural point of view, the prototype of the Dinghai Shenshen Needle can be traced back to the ancient Chinese "Ruyi". Ruyi is a kind of long-shaped Ganoderma lucidum or bamboo wood products, the two ends are often carved into auspicious patterns such as clouds and bats, and the words "longevity", "blessing" and "happiness" are engraved in the middle. It is often used by people to express blessings and prayers in the hope that it will bring good luck and happiness.
In Taoist culture, the Dinghai Shen Needle is regarded as a magic weapon, which has the effect of driving away evil spirits and avoiding harm, and suppressing evil spirits. Taoist priests often used it as a talisman or a treasure in the town. At the same time, in folk beliefs, the Dinghai Divine Needle is often regarded as a magical treasure, which can stabilize the wind and waves of the sea and bless fishermen to go to sea safely.
In addition to the Dinghai Divine Needle that appears in myths, legends and literary works, there are also some historical sites and cultural landscapes related to the Dinghai Divine Needle in reality. For example, on the seashore of Dongshan Island in Zhangzhou, Fujian, there is a boulder called "Dinghai Stone", which is said to be the embodiment of Dinghai Divine Needle. Local fishermen often come here to pray for safety and a good harvest before heading out to sea.
In addition, there is also a historical building called "Dinghai Tower" in Shishi City, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, in southern Fujian. It is said that the building was built by Zheng Chenggong during the Ming Dynasty to commemorate the glorious exploits of his father Zheng Zhilong on the sea. The building has a unique architectural style that blends Chinese and Western elements and has important historical and cultural value.
Regardless of the legend, the Dinghai Divine Needle is a very important treasure in "Journey to the West". It is not only the Monkey King's ** and talisman, but also represents courage, strength and wisdom. In the story, Sun Wukong finally refined the Dinghai God Needle into his ultimate means through continuous cultivation and tempering, and used it to defeat many demons and monsters.
In short, the origin of the Dinghai Divine Needle is a legendary story. It represents courage, strength and wisdom, and is the iconic ** and talisman of the Monkey King. In "Journey to the West", the role of the Dinghai Divine Needle cannot be ignored, it helped Sun Wukong overcome many difficulties and challenges, and became an indispensable role in the story. Autumn and Winter Check-in Challenge