First, kingship is loved by nobles. The lion is powerful and domineering, which fully embodies the majestic momentum of the Chinese nation and symbolizes the sacredness of the Chinese nation. Since Buddhism entered China, Manjusri Bodhisattva has been riding the same lion to preach Buddhism in Wutai Mountain. Since then, lions have been loved and respected by ancient emperors, and they began to carve lions to deter all directions and increase the prestige of the royal family.
Second, the mascot in people's hearts. The scope of use gradually opened up, and lions entered people's homes. In the history of China for thousands of years, lions have been guarding people as a symbol of peace and good fortune, no matter whether it is cold or hot.
Extended data:
1, forecast flood. In folklore, it is said that lions have the function of predicting disasters. Most people use stone lions as mascots to avoid disasters.
2, the existence of art art decoration, such as the eastern end of Beijing Lugou Bridge, with two big stone lions guarding the railing. Not only are stone lions engraved on the China table stigma at both ends of the bridge, but some stone lions also hide a few little lions.
3. tradition. Abortion has a long history among the people, and people are used to it. They like the stone lion at the door as a mascot.