Dua Di Ah Pek (大二爺伯)
Also known as Hei Bai Wu Chang (黑白無常), Dua Di Ah Pek refers to the twin underworld deities Tua Ya Pek and Di Ya Pek, revered in Chinese folk religion and Taoist belief.
These deities are often called the Black and White Guards of Impermanence. They serve as powerful guardians of the underworld, responsible for escorting souls of the dead to the afterlife and maintaining the balance between Yin and Yang.
Appearance: Usually depicted in white robes, with a long tongue, sometimes carrying a fan or chain.
Role: Known for being more benevolent and kind-hearted, Tua Ya Pek is believed to bless the righteous, protect the innocent, and escort good souls with dignity.
Symbolism: Good fortune, protection, justice.
Appearance: Usually depicted in black robes, with a stern face, holding shackles or a baton.
Role: Portrayed as strict and dutiful, Di Ya Pek is responsible for catching evil spirits, escorting the condemned, and enforcing divine law.
Symbolism: Justice, punishment of evil, spiritual cleansing.
大二爺伯,又稱為黑白無常,是中國民間信仰與道教中極具地位的陰間神祇。
他們由**白無常(大爺伯)與黑無常(二爺伯)**組成,合稱為「黑白無常」或「陰差神將」。
這兩位神祇被尊為陰間守護神,負責接引亡靈前往陰司接受審判,同時維護陰陽兩界的平衡。
外貌:常身穿白衣,面貌和善,舌頭伸長,有時手持羽扇或鐵鍊。
職責:性格慈悲、心地善良,負責護佑善人、引渡正魂,並以莊嚴之儀送往陰司。
象徵:福氣、保護、正義、公道。
外貌:身著黑衣,面容威嚴,常手持手銬或法杖,神情嚴肅。
職責:執行陰律,負責捉拿惡鬼邪靈,押解罪魂至地府,象徵天地律法的執行者。
象徵:正義、懲惡、驅邪、淨化。