The Modern Chinese Cult of Ancestors
This article describes the various phases of the cult of ancestors in popular Chinese religion, including the ceremonies for the uncared-for "beggar spirits." The materials are presented as a basis for an estimate of its significance as an element of religion. Is it a continuation of an an...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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University of Chicago Press
1924
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The journal of religion
Year: 1924, Volume: 4, Issue: 5, Pages: 492-503 |
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| Summary: | This article describes the various phases of the cult of ancestors in popular Chinese religion, including the ceremonies for the uncared-for "beggar spirits." The materials are presented as a basis for an estimate of its significance as an element of religion. Is it a continuation of an ancient custom of tendance of the dead? Is it the result in Chinese life of the special stress on filial piety and the family system? Or is it worship? |
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| ISSN: | 1549-6538 |
| Reference: | Errata "A Correction: The Modern Chinese Cult of Ancestors (1924)"
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| Contains: | Enthalten in: The journal of religion
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1086/480458 |