Shang Rituals

Shang rituals were religious and ceremonial practices of the Shang Dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BCE) in ancient China. They involved offerings, sacrifices, and divination to communicate with ancestors and deities, seeking guidance, good harvests, and protection. Rituals were elaborate, often performed by priests using oracle bones, bronze vessels, and ritual objects. These ceremonies reinforced social hierarchy and religious beliefs, emphasizing the importance of ancestors in maintaining harmony and order in society. The Shang rituals provide valuable insights into early Chinese spirituality, political authority, and cultural practices.