The Ritual and Mythology of the Chinese Triads

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  • Author : Barend ter Haar
  • Release Date : 2021-11-15
  • Publisher : BRILL
  • Genre : History
  • Pages : 533
  • ISBN 13 : 9004489665
  • File Size : 47,47 MB
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The Ritual and Mythology of the Chinese Triads by Barend ter Haar PDF Summary

Book Description: The extensive ritual and mythological lore of the Chinese Triads form the scope of this new paperback in Brill’s Scholar’s List. In it the reader will find a critical evaluation of the extant sources together with a true wealth of context. The core of the book is formed by a close reading of the initiation ritual, including the burning of incense, the altar, the enactment of a journey of life and death, and the blood covenant. Different narrative structures are also presented. These include the messianic demonological paradigm, political legitimation, and the foundation of myth. Triad lore is placed in its own religious and cultural context, allowing radically new conclusions about its origins, meanings and functions. This book is of special interest to social historians, anthropologists, and students of Chinese religious culture.

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