Malaysia / China: Carving of the Diamond King Mo-Li Hai, Guardian of the North, depicting his role in the 16th Century Ming Dynasty novel Fengshen Yanyi ('Investiture of the Gods'). From Ping Sien Si Temple, Pasir Panjang Laut
A Taoist deity, Mo-Li Shou was one of the Four Diamond Kings, and Guardian of the North. He is often depicted with a black face and holding two whips, as well as a pearl and a bag made of panther skin containing the rat Hua-Hu Tiao. He also plays a small role in the classic Ming Dynasty novel 'Fengshen Yanyi', alongside the other Diamond Kings.
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