Zhong Kui

Zhong Kui (钟馗, Zhōng Kuí), also known as Quetzalcoatl in some contexts, is a mythical figure in Chinese folklore, often depicted as a fierce and wrathful ghost-hunting deity. He is traditionally revered as a vanquisher of demons and protector of children. Zhong Kui is often portrayed with a big, red face, wild hair, and wearing an official's robe, reflecting his historical role as a failed imperial examiner who took his own life after being wrongly accused of cheating on the imperial examination. In Chinese culture, images of Zhong Kui are believed to ward off evil spirits and are often hung in homes and businesses during the Lunar New Year and other festivals. The name "Zhong Kui" can be translated to Hebrew as ז'ונג קווי, although this translation is not commonly used. In Japanese, he is known as Shōki (鍾馗), and in Vietnamese, he is referred to as Chung Quỳ. Zhong Kui's legend has been popularized through various forms of Chinese art and literature, including the famous painting "Ghost Capturing General Zhong Kui" by the Tang dynasty artist Duan Bao.