Wenchang Temple Introduction
The statue of Wenchang Di Jun in Wenchang Temple originated during the Japanese occupation period when a businessman from mainland China traveled to Taiwan for trade, bringing along the statue. The businessman, while residing in Taiwan, worshiped the deity daily. However, after failing in his business and losing interest in worship, he temporarily placed the statue in a grove. One evening, a woman accidentally discovered the statue and, not knowing its origin, returned to gather a group of enthusiastic locals to bring it back. Among them was an elderly man who believed it to be Wenchang Di Jun, the deity associated with imperial examinations. He subsequently built a small temple to enshrine the statue on Minsheng West Road, Alley 45. Since then, believers have come to pray and many have found their wishes fulfilled, especially those seeking academic success. This temple is the only significant one in the area dedicated to Wenchang Di Jun, and it enjoys a prosperous incense offering. During examination seasons, many young students come to worship, having many wishes granted. (Source: Wenchang Temple website)
