Religions of Ancient China

In Religions of Ancient China Giles explores various aspects of religious life in ancient China including: Ancestral Worship: The book discusses the importance of ancestral worship in ancient Chinese society where reverence for ancestors played a significant role in family and community life. State Religion: Giles delves into the state rituals and religious practices conducted by the rulers and officials in ancient China. He examines how religion and politics were interconnected in the Chinese imperial system. Taoism and Confucianism: The book touches on the philosophical and spiritual traditions of Taoism and Confucianism which had a profound influence on Chinese thought and culture. Buddhism in China: Giles examines the introduction of Buddhism to China and its integration with local beliefs and practices. He explores the interactions between Buddhism and indigenous Chinese religious systems.