Kowtow etiquette video tutorial

The process of kowtowing etiquette is as follows: URL link

1. Determine the kowtowing object: Before entering the kowtowing scene, you need to know who you want to kowtow to. Usually kowtowing is a way to show respect and respect to elders, elders and teachers.

2, preparation posture: standing posture, feet together or slightly apart, hands on both sides of the body, head slightly lower.

3. Bow: Bow deeply to the kowtowing object and put your hands together on your chest to show respect and respect.

4. kowtow: after bowing, put your hands on the ground and gently touch your forehead to show respect and respect for the kowtowing object.

5. Stand up after kowtowing: After kowtowing, you need to stand up slowly and put your hands together on your chest to show your gratitude and respect to the kowtowing object.

6. Repeat guessing action: When showing respect and respect to the same kowtowing object, you need to repeat the above actions to show piety and respect.

Pay attention to the following points when kowtowing:

1, keep calm and sincere, and don't take flattery as a manifestation of formalism or hypocrisy.

2. Pay attention to the natural coordination of body posture and movements, and don't appear too stiff or deliberate.

Don't make exaggerated or ostentatious actions when kowtowing, so as not to bring discomfort or trouble to others.

Before entering a new cultural environment, you need to know the local cultural customs and etiquette norms to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings and cultural conflicts.

The historical origin of kowtowing etiquette;

The kowtow etiquette originated in ancient China. As a traditional way of addressing, it carries a profound cultural background. The Chinese nation has a traditional virtue of respecting the elderly and loving filial piety since ancient times, and kowtowing etiquette is the concrete embodiment of this virtue.

In ancient times, kowtowing etiquette was mainly used to express admiration for the gods, ancestors and elders of heaven and earth. Every major festival, celebration or sacrificial ceremony, people will express their awe through kowtowing etiquette. In addition, in ancient society, kowtowing etiquette was also used to show respect for emperors, officials and nobles with higher social status.

The origin of Chinese New Year kowtow custom;

During the New Year in China, kowtowing etiquette has become an important way of greeting the New Year. People think that kowtowing to elders on the first day of the new year can pray for their health, longevity, peace and good luck. The custom of kowtowing in the New Year originated from the ancient greeting etiquette, including kowtowing to the elderly, congratulating the New Year and greeting the well-being of life. In case of friends and relatives of the same generation, we should also congratulate them politely and guess often.

During the Chinese New Year, scrolls of genealogy will be hung at home, and kowtowing mats will be placed in front of the door. When the guests come, first stand in front of the genealogy, worship three times, and then kneel down and kowtow three times. Then kowtow to the older people three times. If the children are related to the kowtowed people, they should be given lucky money.