Traditional Culture Encyclopedia - Traditional customs - The content of the four rituals in the eight rites and four ceremonies include the rites of honor and inferiority, the rites of entry and exit, the rites of inquiry, and the rites of standing up.

The content of the four rituals in the eight rites and four ceremonies include the rites of honor and inferiority, the rites of entry and exit, the rites of inquiry, and the rites of standing up.

The four etiquettes in the Eight Rites and Four Ceremonies refer to the etiquette of honoring one's superiority and inferiority, the etiquette of advancing and retreating, the etiquette of asking questions, and the etiquette of standing up. These four etiquettes play an important role in traditional Chinese culture, and are a sign of respect and courtesy. Below, we will introduce in detail the specific content and operation steps of these four etiquette.

One, honor and respect

Honor and respect is a way to show respect and politeness in interpersonal communication. In respect and inferiority etiquette, people have to make the appropriate behavior and performance according to the status and position of the other party. The specific steps are as follows:

1. When dealing with elders or superiors, greet them first. For example, say, "Hello, you have worked hard."

2. When treating elders or superiors, bend down and bow to show respect.

3. When treating elders or superiors, take the initiative to help them, for example, by carrying their bags.

4. When treating elders or superiors, pay attention to proper speech and behavior, and don't be too casual.

Two, in and out etiquette

In and out etiquette is a way to show respect and politeness when entering and leaving a room or place. The specific steps are as follows:

1. When entering a room, knock on the door or ring the doorbell first and wait for the master to open the door.

2. When entering, let the elders or superiors go in first.

3. When entering the door, be careful to step on the threshold.

4. When exiting, say goodbye to elders or superiors before leaving.

Third, inquiry etiquette

Inquiry etiquette is a way to show respect and courtesy when visiting elders or superiors. The specific steps are as follows:

1. When visiting elders or superiors, you should greet them first, for example, "Hello, I'm XXX."

2. When visiting elders or superiors, you should take the initiative to ask them about their recent situation and needs.

3. When visiting elders or superiors, pay attention to the decency of speech and behavior, and do not be too casual.

4. When visiting elders or superiors, say goodbye to them and indicate your departure.

4. Standing up salute

Standing up salute is a way to show respect and politeness when elders or superiors enter or leave a room. The steps are as follows:

1. When an elder or superior enters the room, stand up and salute to show respect.

2. When an elder or superior leaves the room, also stand up and salute to show respect.

3. In the presence of elders or superiors, be careful to speak and act appropriately and not too casually.

4. In front of elders or superiors, take the initiative to help them, for example, by carrying things for them.