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Relationships & Family

41 articles in total

Articles in "Relationships & Family" under "Life & Culture". Total: 41. The Life & Culture channel covers entertainment, relationships, language learning, home living, career growth, humanities and history, offering warm, insightful content for everyday life.

Crossing the Strait with Talismans: Tracing the Red Paper Ritual on Neighboring Doors from Taiwan to Fujian's Sacred Boundaries

Crossing the Strait with Talismans: Tracing the Red Paper Ritual on Neighboring Doors from Taiwan to Fujian's Sacred Boundaries

Along the alleyways of Taiwan, why do bereaved families affix mysterious squares of red paper to their neighbors' doorways? Widely regarded as an ancient Minnan tradition, this ritual constitutes a profound philosophy of mortality and an unspoken community covenant spanning the Taiwan Strait. Tracing this practice to its Fujian roots, this article examines how red and white talismans function as magical boundaries to manage death pollution and redraw neighborhood maps.

Shouwei Money: Symbolic Blessings and Handling of Traditional Chinese Funeral Memorial Money

Shouwei Money: Symbolic Blessings and Handling of Traditional Chinese Funeral Memorial Money

In traditional Chinese funeral rituals, "Shouwei money" (memorial money passed down by the deceased) is a custom rich in meaning, symbolizing blessings and protection for descendants. Rather than representing materialism, it carries deep emotional and cultural weight. This article explains the significance, historical origins, and proper ways to handle Shouwei money after bringing it home.