Jiaoxi Deyang Temple Introduction
The main deity worshipped at Deyang Temple is Zhongtan Yuanshuai, commonly referred to as "Taiziye," "Luoche Taizi," or "Nezha Taizi" in folk traditions. The temple's history can be traced back to the twelfth year of the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty (1807 AD), making it over two hundred years old. In the temple, Li Nezha is enshrined as Zhongtan Yuanshuai, serving as the chief guardian deity of the temple. Li Nezha is depicted as a young boy, holding a golden roll in his left hand and a golden spear in his right hand, standing on the fire and wind wheels, symbolizing his awe-inspiring power. According to legends, Nezha moves swiftly on the wind and fire wheels, which is why many professional drivers, such as truck drivers, taxi drivers, and tour bus drivers, often regard him as their guardian deity, placing a small statue of Nezha in their vehicles to pray for safe and smooth driving. The Double Ninth Festival is the birthday of the Third Prince Nezha, and it is customary for local people to visit Deyang Temple to pay their respects to the prince before this festival, creating a lively atmosphere. The temple occasionally organizes temple fairs, and visitors who wish to pray for safe driving can come with sincerity to pay homage to the Third Prince and celebrate!
