qilin
- Scope note
- Mythical animals with a single horn, sometimes identified as a type of unicorn. In legend, the appearance of the qilin coincided with the birth or death of a great ruler or sage, such as Confucius. Representations of qilin often appear on a spirit way, lining the path to a tomb.
- Date of creation: 29-Apr-2024
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024