Three minutes to talk about culture
1. Cleansing
A few days before the crowning ceremony, the recipient is required to fast and bathe.
2. Ancestor worship
On the day of the crown ceremony, the ancestor worship ceremony is first required.
In the temple, the patriarch presides over the ancestor worship ceremony, and the crowned person offers incense, wine, and salutes to the ancestors, praying for the blessings of the ancestors.
3. Coronation ceremony
The coronation ceremony is the core ceremony of the first ceremony, which is generally presided over by the father or brother.
Guests are seated:During the ceremony, guests are invited to witness this momentous occasion, and these guests are seated before the ceremony.
The crown salute begins:The host announced the opening of the crown ceremony.
Chu Jia:The dignitaries wore a cloth crown made of black linen for the recipient, indicating that the recipient has the qualifications to participate in politics and can assume social responsibilities.
Two Plus:The dignitaries wore a leather jacket made of white deerskin for the recipient, indicating that he could serve in the military to defend the territory of Sheji.
Triple Plus:The dignitaries wore a red and black crown for the recipient, which was also a common top hat in ancient times, indicating that he could participate in the sacrificial ceremony from now on.
When wearing the crown, the recipient of the crown is required to bow down and give thanks.
Giving words:The dignitaries take the "character" for the crownee, and the "character" is usually related to the virtue, talent or ambition of the crownee, and has a special meaning and symbolic meaning. After taking the "word", the recipient needs to give thanks.
Meet the Elder Officer:The recipient of the crown visits the elders such as mother, father, and brother in turn to express their respect for the elders, and it is also a commitment of the recipient to report their growth and future to the elders.
Banquet Guests:After the coronation ceremony is completed, the host hosts set up a banquet to entertain Binzan and others. At the banquet, the crowned person is required to toast the guests and thank them.
Fourth, follow-up
After the coronation ceremony is completed, the recipient is required to visit the government or the village sage's home to express respect and gratitude, and participate in social activities such as the village drinking ceremony.
The ritual of ancient Han men is not only a ritual of personal growth and transformation, but also involves the interaction and influence of family, clan and society, which is of great significance in ancient society.