WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Ancestor worship is a religious practice based on the belief that deceased family members have a continued existence, that the spirits of deceased ancestors will look after the family, take an interest in the affairs of the world, and possess the ability to influence the fortune of the living.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ancestor worship constitutes a strong foundation for Chinese religion and bears strong connection with funeral rituals up to this day. In addition to the ancestral spirits, there are two other higher forces in the Chinese religious worldview, the deities and the ghosts (evil spirits).

Detailed explanation-3: -Ancestor worship refers to rituals designed to commemorate and venerate the spirits of one’s deceased forebears. While it is often associated with the Confucian notion of filial piety, ancestor worship crosses the boundaries of religious traditions, geographical regions, and socioeconomic groups.

Detailed explanation-4: -Confucius was a philosopher and teacher who lived from 551 to 479 B.C.E. His thoughts on ethics, good behavior, and moral character were written down by his disciples in several books, the most important being the Lunyu. Confucianism believes in ancestor worship and human-centered virtues for living a peaceful life.