Ancestors are Gods. If you bothered to study Ancient China tradition, you'd know that ancestors are the spiritual Gods. Example: Zues, Athena, etc.
The zhou dynasy religion was similar to the Shang as they both had ancestor worship and a strong reverance and respect for those who died. However, the religion didnt focus so much on Di (Shang's large God) as it did Heaven. Heaven was the major force and center of the Zhou Dynasty religion
Not necessarily. While symbols can aid in worship by providing visual representations and facilitating focus, individuals can also worship without them by relying on personal beliefs, experiences, and spiritual connections. Ultimately, the use of symbols in worship varies among different religions and believers.
Shinto is a Japanese religion that primarily worships kami, which can be gods, spirits, or ancestors. Kami are believed to reside in nature, objects, and people, and are revered as sacred. Shinto also involves rituals, ceremonies, and practices to honor and communicate with the kami.
Balinese people go to the temple to worship their gods and ancestors, to seek blessings and protection, and to participate in religious ceremonies and rituals believed to maintain balance and harmony in their community. Temples also serve as social and cultural hubs for the community to gather and strengthen their bonds.
The majority of Mexicans are Catholic and worship Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary. However, there are also people in Mexico who practice indigenous religions, such as those based on the traditions of the Aztecs or Mayans, which include worshiping various gods and goddesses.
The Chinese are a very respectful and a very family-oriented people. They did, and STILL almost worship them. Not to the extent of a God, but almost to that level.
Chinese people tended to worship their surroundings and find peace with nature rather than worship gods. They also focused on worshiping their ancestors.
Buddhists do not worship their ancestors or any gods. They might revere their ancestors for being good people or good examples..
Yes Chinese people do worship many gods
no but im not Chinese so they worship what they worship
gods, spirits and ancestors
Yes because they are from the ancestors of Chinese people
The Chinese people hold a deep reverence for their ancestors, viewing them as integral to their identity and cultural heritage. This respect is reflected in practices such as ancestor worship and filial piety, where honoring and remembering ancestors is seen as a moral duty. Ancestors are considered to provide guidance and blessings to their descendants, reinforcing the importance of family lineage and continuity. Overall, the attitude toward ancestors is one of respect, gratitude, and a sense of connection across generations.
Yes, genetically.
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Bill Crawley, Reference Librarian, Illinois Central CollegeAccording to Li Liu. Antiquity. Cambridge: Sep 1999. Vol. 73, Iss. 281; pg. 602, 12 pgsWho were the ancestors? The origins of Chinese ancestral cult and racial mythsAncestor worship has been a dominant religious form in ancient as well as modern China. Liu traces the unique history of ancestor worship in China
Chinese refer to people from China or have ancestors whom originate from China. Asians are people who are from Asia. While Chinese are asians, asians are not necessarily Chinese.