所谓的谶言神谕
“So-called prophecies and divine oracles”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
大逆不道之言
“such treasonous words.”
所谓的谶言神谕
“So-called prophecies and divine oracles”
“have popped up throughout history.”
“Do not be fooled by these supposed prophecies; they are merely political tools.”
In imperial China, political conspirators frequently manufactured rhymes, omens, or stone inscriptions ('chenyan') to claim the Mandate of Heaven and incite popular rebellion against the ruling dynasty.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
so-called
Commonly placed before a noun to express skepticism, irony, or distance from the accepted definition.
prophetic omen; divination prophecy
A high-register historical term referring to political or supernatural prophecies used to justify rebellion or dynastic change.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
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“forming that horrifying prophecy.”
“dispelling the allegations in the process.”
“and the insect-formed prophecy”
“and neutralize the crisis sparked by the prophecy.”
“The Oracle Stone's given the prophecy.”
“brought the Red-Faced Guardian's curse.”