We have gone to Lung Yeuk Tau in Fanling for a field study. Lung Yeuk Tau was given this name because according to the legend, there were dragons jumping in that area.
We first walked pass the Tsung Kyam Church and Ma Wat Village to enter Ma Wat Wai. Then we visited Lao Wai, the ancestral hall of the Tangs and the Tian Hou Temple. At last, we had Big Bowl Feast in a restaurant.
Along the way to the Ma Wat Village, there were many plantations and few farmers were working in the fields. I saw some fruit trees in Ma Wat Wai such as papaya trees as well. Away from the city, the air was particularly fresh. There were only few people and cars so it was quite quiet. Since I am living in the concrete forest, I have less opportunity to see so many crops in Hong Kong. Long time ago, many villagers in Hong Kong lived on agriculture. However, due to the economic transformation, primary industry was gradually declining. The farm products of Hong Kong are now mostly imported from the mainland China. The accessibility of the village was even lower before. I guested the villagers seldom went outside the village and entered the main urban area. They practiced self-sufficient. They ate the own crops they planted. If there were any excess, they might sell the crops in the nearby markets. On our way, we met three elderly. They were around seventy years old. Although their faces were full of wrinkles, they looked energetic and joyful. Moving packs of concrete was just a piece of cake for them. They could do it without panting. This showed that they had good health. In the past, people who lived with the nature worked and rested according to the law of nature. So they usually have longer live spans and healthier bodies. However, urban people nowaday...
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...se. Also, I gained some interesting knowledge. For example, why there were red lights in front of the ancestral tablets. I did not know that the red lights were representing lucky and I even did not pay attention to this question before. After entering the ancestral hall of the Tangs, I had an impulse to get back to my homeland and visited my own ancestral hall and trace my roots. The only thing made my disappointed was the Big Bowl Feast. I had expected to eat in the village. The Big Bowl Feast in the restaurant was very simple with no special or local flavor, but it was happy to have Big Bowl Feast with international friends. It was a pity that I had a midterm test in the afternoon so I could not join the second half of the trip. I hope I can have chance to visit other historical spots in Hong Kong and know more about the past history of the place I am living in.
Rituals are held as a very important part of any society, including ours. They go back to ancient times or can be as simple as maintaining one’s hygiene. Non-western societies have rituals that may seem very foreign to us, but they have been engrained in their communities and are essential to their social structure. This interpretation will focus on the Great Pilgrimage, a ritual performed by Quechuan communities. We will be looking specifically at a community in the area of Sonqo.
The relationship between Wang Lung and his wife O-Lan, in the novel the Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck, evolves as Wang Lung changes. This development of Wang Lung's character is a result of his rise in wealth and social status, which is something very important to him. Unlike him, o-Lan does not change as they become wealthy. She remains quiet and respectful for the most part, and cares for Wang Lung and the family like a traditional Chinese woman would. The relationship between O-lan and himself is not necessarily romantic, it is a relationship in which O-Lan is viewed by Wang Lung as something close to property.
...only regret. Eh, méi bànfǎ (There’s nothing you can do), as they say in Mandarin Chinese. What else can I do? Regardless, in the end, I feel as though I appreciate Chinese American society culture a great deal more, more so than I did beforehand, so that’s always a good thing, right?
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Throughout time the local tribe built and developed a home for themselves and by 1975 crops were developed. The constant issue to survive from passing diseased became in issue.
...helped me understand how god, the universe and our spirit revolves around almost every aspect of our lives, now and in the past. Two out of the three artifacts that I picked were from the Asian area, because it was one of the area’s I enjoyed exploring while at the museum. The museum stated that the emperors’ were sons of heaven, which caught my attention so I did a little further research and found an article that supports my opinion on how spiritual ancient china was. The article states the following, “it established that a ruler must be wise and just, follow the Dao- the way of Heaven- and be attuned to destiny.” (Chan & Li, 2012, P. xx-xx) This supports my analysis about the universe, god, and spirit are in everything we do, and especially found in these there artifacts which help to understand how they represent the individual associated with the relics.
Hunter-gatherer societies are healthier and more beneficial towards one’s body than an agricultural based society but due to the large populations around the world there is no possibility society can convert back. The only reasonable action that can be taken to live a healthier life is if the pesticides used to grown fruits and vegetables, the fattening products used on the animals consumed, and no other artificial product or chemical is used on the food consumed.
The Encyclopedia of Cultural Anthropology (1996) was a helpful source to gain a definition on aging which includes the concepts of life course, seniority, and treatment of the aged. Aging can be measured by common biological content: proportion of the maximum fife span one has lived, performance on a series of physiological tests which index biological age, and patterns of the age­specific risk of mortality. Despite this universal biological content, it is notable that aging takes on a variety of forms, many which show regular associations with aspects of culture. Rather than focusing on age, it may be more appropriate to review the life cy...
Unlike most other families mine had decided to live with the Chinese rather than in the isolated compound away from them. I and my parents, we saw no need for separation, after all, what bad could it be? The culture and language of China had begun to grab my attention from the moment I started to learn them. I went to
Throughout the film ancient China’s profound history and glorious culture has displayed through various cultural elements. The martial arts, writing system, architecture all together gives an image of the Chinese culture. The developments and advanced techniques have shaped the country and stabilized the society. China has accomplished some of the greatest achievements of mankind. It had also made significant contribution to the development of advanced systems around the world. Chinese culture is very unique. All the elements presented in the film have truly strengthened my understanding of the Chinese
The ambiance of a district also sways the wellness of the individuals that reside within the province. It is proven that citizens who have “greener” communities (more parks, grassy areas, trees) are more likely to be healthier and have a greater life expectancy (2). This could stem from a feeling of security which allows for the people of that area engage in exercise more often than people from areas where it is unsafe to walk the streets alone even in the daytime. Lack of r...
Next, since the village is located up high in the mountains, the palace and the Kung Fu warriors training space is surrounded by nature and its beauty. Nature is a major thought in Taoism. “Manifest plainness, embrace simplicity, reduce selfishness, have few desires” (Lau Tzu). The palace is in a secluded area and a plain design that is simple just as the teachings of Lau Tzu says to have in order to be a tru...
According to chapter one in the book, “Back to the Basics,” “In a population of one million, there are 900 centenarians.”(Back to Basics) I think that a very important part of why the people of Okinawa is their diet. The people of Okinawa eat a mainly plant based diet and eat foods that are closest to their natural state. This is a very good way of eating and can help prevent diseases like congestive heart failure, diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. Being obese and overweight can be extremely unhealthy. The leading cause of death was forms of heart disease in Okinawa along with age related deaths (Longevity). The younger generations of people living in Okinawa are not as fortunate with their health. The younger generations have become Americanized. By becoming Americanized, they have s...
Upon entering, you could literally feel the sense of calmness in the scene. It was so quiet that I felt even my whispering was too loud. I had no intention of visiting the temple to change my personal beliefs, but I was curious to see what it was like being in a different religious setting. Being able to sit with a monk and hear what he had to say about the Buddhism and some teachings was an amazing experience. The monk had us practicing meditation, which was troublesome for me because I did not really understand or get that feeling of “knowing where my mind was at”. What I liked the most about visiting the temple was that I did not get that forced welcoming feeling that I usually get when I go to a Catholic or Christian church. I do not like all of the forced hellos and handshakes when I am entering a church. During my car ride home, I realized that there are many different types of people and religion in such a small area around us. It was a humbling experience to take the time to learn about a different culture and religion that focused so much on keeping the mind
I was able to spend a lot of time with my family, our friends, and play all sorts of games. This experience made me start to like traveling. Every time I would get the chance to travel, I will take that chance. We were able to go to a theme park, eat many delicious foods, and play many video