The Chinese And Their Ideas Of A Future Life

By Louis Elbe

Book Overview

The book ""The Chinese And Their Ideas Of A Future Life"" by Louis Elbe is a comprehensive study of the Chinese beliefs and customs related to the afterlife. The author has extensively researched and analyzed the various aspects of Chinese religion, philosophy, and culture to provide a detailed account of their ideas about the soul, death, and the afterlife.The book begins with an introduction to the basic concepts of Chinese religion and philosophy, including Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. It then delves into the Chinese beliefs about the soul and its journey after death, exploring the concepts of reincarnation, immortality, and the underworld.The author also discusses the various rituals and practices associated with death and the afterlife, such as funeral rites, ancestor worship, and the use of talismans and amulets. He examines the role of the family and community in these practices and the ways in which they have evolved over time.Throughout the book, Elbe draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, historical records, and contemporary accounts, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the Chinese ideas of a future life. His writing is clear and engaging, making this book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in Chinese culture and religion.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Future Life in the Light of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science, by Louis Elbe. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766105156.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162834730
• ISBN13: 9781162834733
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"