Gấu Vũ Uyên
Definition
- Proper Noun:
- A legendary bear from Chinese mythology: Refers to a specific golden bear spirit, said to be the transformed soul of Gun, who was killed by Emperor Yao. This bear is described as dwelling in the Wu Yuan (Vũ Uyên) abyss.
- An omen or symbol from a dream: In the historical anecdote, the appearance of "Gấu Vũ Uyên" in a dream was interpreted as a portent, specifically linked to the neglect of proper sacrificial rituals by the state of Jin.
Usage Examples
- Proper Noun:
- Nhà vua nằm mơ thấy Gấu Vũ Uyên. (The king dreamed of the Wu Yuan Bear.)
- Tử Sản giải thích rằng Gấu Vũ Uyên là hồn của ông Cổn. (Zi Chan explained that the Wu Yuan Bear was the spirit of Gun.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily used in the context of recounting classical Chinese historical or mythological texts, such as the . It serves as a specific cultural reference to a prophetic dream narrative.
Variants and Related Words
- Gấu vàng Vũ Uyên: The Golden Bear of Wu Yuan (a more descriptive variant).
- Hồn Cổn: The spirit of Gun (the entity that transformed into the bear).
Synonyms
- Legendary bear: A bear from myth or legend.
- Omen: A portent or prophetic sign, often from a dream.
Related Idioms/Phrases
- Chiêm bao thấy gấu: To dream of a bear (may reference this specific story of an omen).
- Giấc chiêm bao thấy gấu khiến vua lo lắng. (The dream of a bear made the king anxious.)