Local religion in North China in the twentieth century : the structure and organization of community rituals and beliefs
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Local religion in North China in the twentieth century : the structure and organization of community rituals and beliefs
（Handbuch der Orientalistik = Handbook of Oriental studies, section 4 . China ; v. 22）
Brill, 2009
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
This book is a comprehensive survey of the structure, organization and institutionalization of local community religious traditions in north China villages in the twentieth century. These traditions have their own forms of leaders, deities and beliefs. Despite much local variation one everywhere finds similar temples, images, offerings and temple festivals, all supported by practical concerns for divine aid to deal with the problems of everyday life. These local traditions are a structure in the history of Chinese religions; they have a clear sense of their own integrity and rules, handed down by their ancestors. There are Daoist, Buddhist and government influences on these traditions, but they must be adapted to the needs of local communities. It is the villagers who build temples and organize festivals, in which all members of the community are expected to participate and contribute. With chapters on such topics as historical origins and development, leadership and organization, temple festivals, temples and deities, and beliefs and values.
Table of Contents
Foreword
Preface
Introduction: Themes and Contexts
I. Rain Rituals
II. History and Government
III. Leadership and Organization
IV. Temple Festivals
V. Gods and Temples
VI. Beliefs and Values
VII. Concluding and Comparative Comments
Bibliography
Glossary of Chinese Terms and Names
Index
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