№.80 Sacrifice of the Ching-tswe-tsee, or Harvest-moon 豐收節祭神農

Worshiping Shen Nong is one of the traditional religious rituals in China, typically conducted to commemorate Shen Nong, the ancient Chinese legend considered the progenitor of agriculture and traditional Chinese medicine. Shen Nong is regarded as a significant symbol of ancient Chinese culture. People visit temples or altars dedicated to Shen Nong on specific dates, offering food, wine, and other tributes as a sign of respect and gratitude. This ritual is performed to pray for bountiful harvests and the prosperity of agriculture, often associated with specific lunar calendar festivals or religious observances.

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From a Drawing in the possession of Sir Geo. Staunton, Bart

Drawn by

T. Allom

Engraved by

Aug Fox

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