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Heritage Talk 2021
Past Activities
Hong Kong Chinese Funeral Customs and Chinese Traditional Culture
Date & Time: | 11/12/2021 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon |
Venue: | Hong Kong Central Library (Lecture Theatre, G/F, Hong Kong Central Library) |
Description: | This talk is about the common Chinese funeral rituals of Hong Kong, which aims to chip away taboos. In accordance with the Chinese traditional values, the discussion on funeral rituals will mainly centre on filial piety. This talk will serve as an opportunity for secondary students to grasp the basic knowledge and the cultural significance of Hong Kong Chinese traditional funeral rituals to help them find out the meaning of life. |