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Putting up the pictures of door gods is an important custom among the Chinese during the Spring Festival. The pictures of door gods are images of deities posted on the door outside and inside the house. They are expected to keep ghosts away, protect the family and bring peace and good fortune. The image of a chubby baby is usually considered as an inside-room door god, symbolizing good luck, longevity and fertility. The main door gods come in several different forms. The earliest door gods were Shen Shu and Yu Lei.Nowadays, the most common door gods are Qin Shubao and Yuchi Gong, who became popular during the Yuan Dynasty. Qin has pale skin and usually carries swords;Yuchi has dark skin and usually carries batons. They always come in pairs.

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