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Sacrificial Rite in the Confucian Temple
Language: English
The sacrificial rite in the Confucian Temple is a celebration of the birthday of Confucius, held every 28 September in Qufu, his hometown. Participants slowly enter the temple through the main gate then light incense and candles after which devotees bow three times and make offerings of wine and refined white silk, while an address is read. A feast is offered to pay respects to the spirit of Confucius. The rite embodies and promotes the Confucian philosophy transmitted by verbal communication and practical demonstration.
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Series: Inscriptions on the Intangible Heritage Lists
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Publisher: Confucius Ceremony Council
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Rights: Confucius Ceremony Council
Series: Inscriptions on the Intangible Heritage Lists
Type: Documentary
Duration:
Production and personalities:
Publisher: Confucius Ceremony Council
Published in:
Rights: Confucius Ceremony Council
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