龙泉太阿 — “Dragon Spring and Tai'a”
龙泉太阿 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Dragon Spring and Tai'a”. Referring to two legendary ancient swords of exceptional quality and historical significance. Literally, “Dragon Spring Tai'a”.
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Origin and Story of 龙泉太阿
In the later period of the Three Kingdoms, Zhang Hua, the Minister of the Secretariat, advocated for Emperor Wu of Jin, Sima Yan, to attack Eastern Wu. After Eastern Wu was conquered, Zhang Hua became prime minister.
He sought out Lei Huan, an astrologer, and appointed him as the magistrate of Fengcheng County.
Lei Huan, following celestial signs, dug beneath a prison cell and unearthed two precious swords, 'Longquan' (Dragon Spring) and 'Tai'a'. These were renowned as the most famous swords, Gan Jiang and Mo Ye, from the Spring and Autumn period.
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What does 龙泉太阿 mean?
龙泉太阿 (lóng quán tài ē) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Dragon Spring and Tai'a”.
How do you pronounce 龙泉太阿?
龙泉太阿 is pronounced lóng quán tài ē in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 龙泉太阿 literally mean?
Literally, 龙泉太阿 means “Dragon Spring Tai'a”. It is used to mean “Dragon Spring and Tai'a”.
Where does 龙泉太阿 come from?
龙泉太阿 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to modern Chinese. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 龙泉太阿?
指古代的两件宝剑