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Dragons are legendary (supposedly) reptilian creatures usually represented to have wings, hugh claws and fiery breath. The dragon frequently represents death and evil. In Christian art, the dragon is a symbol of sin. It is often represented as crushed under the feet of saints and martyrs.
In certain mythologies, the dragon is credited more with beneficient powers. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed that dragons had the ability to understand and to convey to mortals the secrets of the earth.
The dragon also figures in the mythology of various Oriental countries, especially Japan and China. Among the Chinese people, the dragon is traditionally regarded as a symbol of good fortune. |
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