Traditional Observance and Cultural Significance of the June 6th Sacrifice Festival: A Case Study of the Miao Ethnic Group in Renhuai and Tongzi Town in Guizhou, China

• DOI: 10.51483/afjhss.4.1.2024.14-23
• Publication Date: 2024-02-09T12:55:14Z
• Authors: Guangying Sun; Zain Abbas; Saqib Raza; Bin Huang; Jian Zhang
• Keywords: Sacrifice

The study "Traditional Observance and Cultural Significance of the June 6 th Sacrifice Festival" delves into unique time-honored celebration observed by Miao ethnic group in regions Renhuai Tongzi Town, located Guizhou province, China.This paper presents a comprehensive case that explores festival's historical roots, its traditional observance, cultural significance held for community these specific locations.Ethnographic research techniques, including participant observation, interviews with local members, examination Literature, are utilized to gain an indepth understanding practices role culture.The findings reveal Festival is central people's social religious life.It serves as significant occasion expressing reverence their ancestors deities, particularly revered God Chiyou ( 蚩尤 ), who regarded symbol strength bravery.The festival characterized elaborate rituals, vibrant performances dances, preparation symbolic offerings honor spirits ancestors.Moreover, this highlights impact on cohesion identity, fostering strong sense belonging pride among people Town.It functions vital platform transmitting heritage from one generation another, reinforcing distinct identity promoting intergenerational continuity traditions.It contributes existing literature festivals preservation, offering valuable insights scholars, policymakers, enthusiasts alike, while also recognizing importance safeguarding intangible region.