The 8 Immortals

The 8 Immortals, seven male and one female, might have originated already in the Han dynasty, though they were not represented in art until the Yuan dynasty. They are :

1.Zhongli Quan. Military.
2.Zhang Guo or Zhang Guolao, an elderly magician famous for his mule, which can travel great distances without rest.
3. Lü Dongbin. Lü Dongbin, patron of barbers is also worshipped by the sick.
4.Cao Guojiu. Patron of the theatrical profession.
5.Li Tieguai, also known as "Li of the Iron Staff". He was a vital and handsome man when his soul once left his body to seek wisdom with the gods.
6.Han Xiang.Han Xiang surpassed his learned uncle's accomplishments and was able to predict the future.
7.Lan Caihe, he or her 's attribute is a flower basket.
8.He Xiangu. A pure maiden who floats on clouds and eats only mother-of-pearl and moonbeams.
 

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