Red Robe Immortal

This Deity Functions In Chinese Culture:

1. Patron God of Examinations: Governs the fortune of examinations. Selects virtuous and talented people, blesses candidates with sharp thinking and success in exams. 2. Judge of Talent and Virtue: Evaluates people’s knowledge and moral conduct. Those with both talent and integrity are more likely to receive his blessing. 3. Enlightener of Wisdom: Eliminates mental confusion, improves reading comprehension and writing skills, supports academic progress. 4. Protector of Official Career: Blesses smooth assessments and promotions for civil servants, assists career advancement.

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Story

Lord Zhuyi is the deity in charge of literary fortune. The famous tale is "The Red Robe Immortal Nods". It is said that Ouyang Xiu of the Song Dynasty presided over imperial examination marking. Every time he read an excellent essay, he seemed to see a deity in red robes nodding secretly. If the Red Robe Immortal nodded, the candidate would pass the exam. Later, "the red robe immortal nods" became an idiom meaning success in examinations. Folk beliefs hold that Lord Zhuyi reviews students’ writings and inspects their morality. He assists Emperor Wenchang to govern the literary fortune of the world. Ancient scholars going to take imperial exams often worshipped him, praying for recognition in the test.

This is traditional Chinese cultural study for reference only. It is not scientific prediction and should NOT be used for medical, financial, legal or major life decisions.