The Astrologys Multiple Orientations on Bao Zhengs Facial Makeups in Fujian Local Operas
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Beidou), the Five Planets (Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Mercury, Venus), and the Twenty-eight Lunar Mansions, among others. To accentuate the
characters stature, behaviors, and personalities in operas, the symbolism of astronomical phenomena is frequently integrated into Chinese operas through the creators comparisons and constructions. The aim of this article is to clarify the unique signifi cance of these symbols as they
are adapted in various operas, thereby revealing the traditional Chinese cultural connotations that embody the unity of humanity and nature.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.70711/rcha.v2i12.6313
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