People who wish to learn about Taiwan’s temple culture are blessed. Do you know how to pray in these temples? Do you know how to cast divination blocks, draw bamboo sticks, or have evil spirits exorcised? Do you know the symbolism behind each god and offering? Take a step into the “Temple of Heaven and Earth” to unlock the mystery of temples in Taiwan!
Confucian thought has influenced and shaped the cultural landscape of Asia; first the May 4th Movement, then the Cultural Revolution followed by the blows dealt to it by capitalist society. But in this era of a rising China, this Eastern wisdom not only remains an important cornerstone of Chinese culture, but also resonates with many people abroad.
In ancient China, people sharpened the bottom of a piece of wood, carved the faces of monsters on it, and placed it on their doors for protection.
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Issue：TELDAP e-Newsletter (August, 2010) Publish Date：08/15 /2010 First Issue：02/15 /2007（Published on 15th every 2 months）
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