In ancient China, people often sent goods and wealth to deceased relatives by burning paper effigies and offerings—a practice rooted in the belief that material possessions could be transferred to the afterlife.
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Why do ghosts in Journey to the West like pumpkins?
In Western Halloween traditions, pumpkins are carved into lanterns to ward off wandering spirits, symbolizing a fear or aversion to ghosts. Yet in Journey to the West, Chinese ghosts and underworld kings are depicted as fond of pumpkins—a curious contrast.
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[Journey to the West]What time did emperors and officials of ancient China begin their work?
From Journey to the West, we learn that ancient Chinese emperors and officials typically commenced their court sessions around the fifth watch.
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Dioses de la puerta
Desde la antigüedad, existe la costumbre en el folclore chino de pegar imágenes de dioses de la puerta durante el Año Nuevo Lunar.
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