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What do "rituals", "yi" and "etiquette" mean respectively? What content does etiquette include? What are the principles and requirements of etiquette?

Li: Etiquette; Yi: Appearance; Etiquette: It is the most appropriate way to express respect for others through speech, behavior and dress when dealing with others; Principle: Etiquette is something that humans require everyone to abide by in order to maintain normal life in society.

The most basic moral norms are gradually formed by people in their long-term living together and interacting with each other, and are fixed in the form of customs, habits and traditions.

Traditional Chinese etiquette: 1. "Yiyi" "Yi" means bowing, arching the hands with fists, and leaning forward slightly; "Yi" means humility.

This is a popular etiquette, generally used when a guest and host meet each other, or in more casual situations between peers.

"Bowing with an arch and bowing" is not only an introduction, but also a greeting.

This etiquette best embodies the virtue of "humility" of the Chinese nation.

2. "Arm-baring ceremony" is also called "left-and-right arm-baring ceremony". It is a special etiquette on specific occasions.

The so-called "left and right bareness" refers to exposing the left arm or the right arm to show which side you support.

It is generally used in serious situations to resolve disputes by showing who you support by "baring your arms".

The equivalent of today's show of hands vote.

This kind of etiquette probably originated in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period.

3. "Virtual Zuo Li" The ancients generally respected the left, so the right was given the more honorable status.

But when riding in a vehicle, it's just the opposite: "left" is the position of respect when riding.

For example, "Xinling Lord steals the talisman to save Zhao": "The young master rides on the chariot and makes an empty left. He is a descendant of Yingyi clan." Later, after evolution, "empty left" means respect for people.

When "hospitality" or "leaving someone an official position".

Chang Qian said, "Be patient and wait."