Shou Xing - This Taoist God of Longevity is the 3rd god of the Gods of Good Fortune displayed at a shrine in Singapore

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This character represents long life. According to Chinese folklore Longevity is described as wise knowledgeable and capable of ruling the world. During festivals a Chinese family normally worships the symbols or pictures of Longevity to express gratitude for granting the elders in the family a long life. The God of Longevity is the 3rd god of the Gods of Good Fortune.

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