Journal of Jishou University(Social Sciences) ›› 2003, Vol. 24 ›› Issue (1): 84-86.

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An Investigation into the Origin and Formation of the Ritual System of the Miao People

  

  1. ( 1. Lite r a ture and Jou r na lism College o f Jishou University , Jishou, Hunan 416000, China;2. Politics and Law College o f Jishou University , Jishou, Hunan 416000, China)
  • Online:2003-03-01 Published:2012-08-21

Abstract: This paper makes an investigation in the origin and formation of the ri tual t radi t ion of the Miao pe ople from the perspectives of ri tual evolution recorded in the Han classic s, the Miao history and culture and the existing Miao folks . ri tual phenomena with the conclusion that the early Miao folk ri tes were varied and comple xed, the earl iest of which being the system of worship.

Key words: the Mia o folk ri tes, system, original state

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