Koxinga

deity earth Chinese single tradition · 1

A national hero who was bestowed with the status of Deity by Celestial appointment of the Jade Emperor due to his heroic deeds and great sacrifices. He is honored for his role in defending and protecting Han Chinese against the Qing invading forces in China and the Dutch colonial forces in Taiwan. Koxinga represents the second category of Ong Yah worship, comprising deified national heroes.

When

First attested
1600 CE
Attested period
1600 – 2020
Historical notes
Historical figure from 17th century who defended against Qing and Dutch forces, later deified.

Relationships

created by
Jade Emperor
aspect of
Ong Yah
serves
Jade Emperor

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Sources

wikipedia (1)

Source passages

“An example is the spirit of Koxinga, thus honored for his role in defending and protecting Han Chinese against the Qing invading forces in China and the Dutch colonial forces in Taiwan”

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