Journal of Chaohu University ›› 2019, Vol. 21 ›› Issue (1): 84-89.doi: 10.12152/j.issn.1672-2868.2019.01.014
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Wang Wang Deity's name was Wanghua. He protected the lives of the Huizhou people in the late Sui Dynasty. He surrendered to the Tang Dynasty after the establishment of the Tang Dynasty. After he died, He became a God to be praised by many people. Wanghua was also praised by his descendants for protection of family members; Huizhou officials also worshipped Wanghua because they needed political progress. The Huizhou ordinary people worshipped Wanghua for survival and hope. As the faithful followers of Wang Wang Deity, Huizhou officials and people wrote eulogies to pray for the protection of Wang Wang Deity when they were unable to solve their respective hardships and disasters. These eulogies inscribed in the genealogy are direct records of special events in special periods, reflecting Huizhou people's recognition and respect for Wang Wang Deity.
