Wang Dao-kun’s Constructing the Genealogy and the Theory of the Patriarchal-lineage

That lineage system was well-developed in Huizhou area was a result of local intellectual’s endeavour to make this system cater to the common people. This result was not only relevant to the practice of patriarchal system, but also a new explanation of the patriarchal-lineage theory to local lineage’s construction. Wang Dao- kun’s claim of constructing the genealogy and his actions were just based on the forefather culture of common people. His emphasis on the idea that all the relatives should be included in the lineage was a new explanation to local lineage’s activities. The practice of lineage’s construction promoted the development of patriarchal system catering to the common people.