<p>In that year, there was a famine, and the plague was spreading everywhere. The whole family of the magistrate of Putian County was seriously ill. A subordinate informed him that Mazu on Meiyu Island had great magical powers and could bring the dying back to life, rescue people from disasters and relieve their sufferings. The magistrate fasted and then went to Meiyu Island in person to ask Mazu for help. Mazu said, "This is the fate determined by heaven. How dare I interfere casually!" The magistrate pleaded sadly, "I've come thousands of miles away from my hometown to serve as an official here. My whole family is living here as guests. The lives and deaths of all family members depend on you, Mazu. I hope you can take pity on us and save us!" Considering that he was always known for his kindness, Mazu repented to the gods and spirits on his behalf. Mazu took nine - joint calamus, wrote spells, and asked the magistrate to paste them on the doors of the patients. Then, she boiled the calamus into soup for the patients to drink, and the patients recovered immediately. The magistrate was overjoyed at the gift of rebirth given by Mazu and, with his whole family, visited Mazu's place to express their gratitude. From then on, the name of Mazu spread all over the world.</p>