The Ancestor Tablets

Ancestor Tablets are carved wooden plaques or tablets used in traditional Chinese rituals to honor and remember deceased family members. They typically display the names, titles, and sometimes achievements of ancestors, serving as spiritual links between the living and the dead. Placed on ancestral altars, these tablets are central to ancestor worship, a practice that involves offerings and prayers to show respect, seek guidance, and maintain family lineage and harmony. They reflect cultural values of filial piety and the importance of family heritage in Chinese tradition.