A Fun Discussion on Chinese Gods

Author: Xu Che
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: The deities of China are generally divided into four categories: gods of the Buddhist realm, gods of the Taoist realm, ghosts and spirits of the underworld, and folk deities. This book introduces them according to these four parts. First, it aims to promote traditional Chinese culture. Chinese traditional culture is vast and profound, with a dazzling array of elements. And the culture of Chinese deities is an important part of it. To truly understand Chinese traditional culture, one cannot do without understanding the culture of Chinese deities. Second, it aims to promote China's tourism culture. Today, China's tourism industry is booming, with a significant increase in domestic and international tourists. When visiting scenic spots, tourists often visit temples and Taoist temples. The deities in these temples and temples often become the center of interest for tourists. Therefore, popularizing some deity culture is beneficial to the development of tourism culture. Third, it aims to increase readers' knowledge of deities. Deity knowledge spans multiple disciplines, including literature, history, theology, folklore, cultural studies, art, film and television studies, and tourism studies. Understanding the relevant knowledge of deities is crucial for deeply mastering the disciplines related to them.