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The Nine Songs: Shamanism in China by Ruperto is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document is a study of shamanism in ancient China, focusing on the Nine Songs, a collection of poems that reflect the practices and beliefs surrounding spirit intermediaries known as zou. The author, Arthur Waley, emphasizes the cultural significance of these songs both as poetry and as a means to understand ancient Chinese religious practices. The text also discusses the evolution of shamanistic roles and their perception in society, particularly in relation to Confucianism.
- Author
- Ruperto
- Language
- EN