Introduction to Lingxing Gate: Lingxing is a spiritual star, also known as Tiantian Star. The ancients believed that it "celebrates winning a scholar". In ancient times, when offering sacrifices to heaven, one must first offer sacrifices to spiritual stars. The name of the gate of the Confucius Temple is Lingxing, which means that respecting Confucius is like respecting heaven. Lingxing Gate is behind Panshui Bridge, with four couplets and three rooms. Stone pillars and iron beams, with 12 faucets and valves cast on the iron beams. The four round stone pillars are embellished with auspicious clouds, and the top is carved with an angry general sitting upright.

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