Manuel Des Superstitions Chinoises

"Manuel Des Superstitions Chinoises" is an exhaustive ethnographic study of the diverse folk beliefs, rituals, and mythological traditions that shaped Chinese society in the early 20th century. Authored by the Jesuit missionary Henri Doré, this work provides a comprehensive overview of the complex spiritual landscape of China, documenting the myriad deities, spirits, and supernatural practices observed by the population. Doré's research, based on years of direct observation and engagement, systematically details various aspects of daily life influenced by superstition, including ancestral worship, protective talismans, marriage and funeral rites, and the syncretic blend of Taoism, Buddhism, and local folk traditions. The text serves as a crucial historical document, preserving the intricate details of a culture undergoing rapid modernization. It offers readers an unparalleled look into the moral and cosmological framework of traditional Chinese life, elucidating the symbolism behind common ceremonies and the hierarchical roles of various celestial beings. Through its thorough categorization and analysis, "Manuel Des Superstitions Chinoises" remains an indispensable resource for students of Asian history, comparative religion, and cultural anthropology, offering profound insight into the enduring spiritual heritage of the region.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 232, Paperback, Tradd Street Press