What does the ancient ceremony mean?

In ancient China, ceremony was a social system and moral standard. As a legal system, it is the embodiment of the social and political system, and it is the etiquette in maintaining the superstructure and the corresponding interpersonal communication.

As a moral code, it is the standard and requirement of all actions of state leaders and nobles. Before Confucius, there were Li Xia, Li Yin and Zhou Li. The ritual system of Xia, Yin and Zhou Dynasties was relatively perfect in the Duke of Zhou. As an ideological form, etiquette is inseparable from "benevolence" in Confucius' ideological system.

In the feudal era, etiquette maintained the social and political order, consolidated the hierarchical system, and adjusted the norms and standards of various social relations and rights and obligations between people. Rites are one of the sources of ancient laws in China and an important part of ancient laws in China.

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Four principles of etiquette

1, the principle of "respect": in all kinds of interpersonal activities, we should respect each other on the premise of mutual respect, not harm each other's interests, and at the same time maintain self-esteem.

2. "Abide by" principle: Abide by social morality, be punctual and trustworthy, be sincere and friendly, and be modest and easy-going.

3. Principle of "moderation": Modern etiquette emphasizes that the communication between people must be moderate. On different occasions and different objects, people should always be modest, natural and graceful, and grasp a certain degree.

4. "Self-discipline" principle: Before asking the other party to respect themselves, both parties should first check whether their behavior meets the requirements of etiquette norms.

References:

Baidu Encyclopedia-Ceremony