The Northeastern Shaman Religion Art And Its Relating Folk-custom

Shaman Religion is an ancient folk religion in Northeastern China, which plays an important role in the historical course. However, due to various reasons, Shaman Religion culture once almost died out after the Liberation. Recent years, it has gained attention from scholars. But few studies have been focused on Northeastern Shaman Religion art and folk-custom. Based on the current situation, the author tries to discuss some basic issues relating to Northeastern Shaman Religion art and folk tradition.The introduction section aims to explain the research background, research methods and significance. Meanwhile a summery of the international and domestic research is presented.The first chapter generalizes the Shaman Religion, centering on the worshiping contents, properties and feature as well as heritage and function. Meanwhile, the thoughts and concepts of the Shaman Religion are also elaborated.The second chapter discusses the Shaman religious instruments. The research focuses on divine idol, clothes and divine drum, summing up its symbolism, design categorization and formative characteristics.The third chapter describes the religious activities from two aspects, namely, sacrifice and augury. As for sacrifice, categorization, evolvement and dance features of sacrifice are discussed. Regarding augury, the paper sets out to study its ideological root, types and orientation.Chapter four addresses the influence of the Shaman Religion on Northeastern folk culture. It probes into four parts: material life folk tradition, customs and habits, folk art and ethical psychology. The research declares that Shaman Religion culture has exerted a subtle influence on various aspects in the life of Northeasterners, which can be found out in both material and ideological world.In the conclusion chapter, the paper summarizes the relationship between the Northeastern Shaman Religion art and its relating folk-custom.