Chinese idioms which related to Loong
Episode 9: Long Xing Hu Bu! 龙行虎步 [ lóng xíng hǔ bù ]！
Long （龙） : Loong
Xing （行）: Walk, move
Hu （虎） : Tiger
Bu （步）: Step, pace
Episode 9: Long Xing Hu Bu! 龙行虎步 [ lóng xíng hǔ bù ], means Loong's walk and tiger's step. It is a metaphor for majesty and solemnity, and extraordinary bearing. Often used to describe the appearance of an emperor.
The idiom Long Xing Hu Bu first appeared in a book called <Song Shu> written in Xi Jin Dynasty of 1500 years ago. In the book <Song Shu>, it describes: “Liu Yu (刘裕，later became an founding emperor) long xing hu bu (walk like a loong, step like a tiger) ; his vision is extraordinary; he won’t be down to any one, should be prepared as early as possible.” It describes that Liu Yu showed an image of emperor from his young age.
Liu Yu, (363 - 422AD), a hero from humble beginnings, rose to become a founding emperor through his bravery, wisdom, and an unwavering resolve. Born into poverty, he faced many challenges but never gave up.
When he joined the army, Liu Yu excelled due to his courage and military skills. His movements were described as "loong's walk and tiger's step" — with the dignity of a loong and the strength of a tiger. This attitude reflected in his battles, where he always led the charge, boost morale, and emerged victorious.
As an emperor, Liu Yu's wise rule and concern for his subjects led to economic prosperity and cultural flourishing. His legend is a testament to the power of perseverance and the belief that even the humblest of beginnings can lead to greatness. His story encourages us to walk with the dignity of a loong and pace with the strength of a tiger, regardless of our starting point.
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