2008•Journal of South-Central University for NationalitiesRequires access
On Integration Function of "Funeral Dancing" of Tujia Minority in Western Hubei Province
Mou Chen-wen
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Abstract
Why does the custom of Funeral Dancing of Tujia Minority in Western Hubei Province stem from a lasting and unfailing source? Presently some scholars study on it and present many innovative views in different angles.However,it seldom discusses its function in view of integration.This paper attempts to undertake a further study on its integration function on basis of the relevant existing research results.This paper includes the following three parts:1.The individual spirit integration of Tujia Minority by the custom of Funeral Dancing.2.The community or clan integration of Tujia Minority by custom of Funeral Dancing.3.The national culture integration of Tujia Minority by custom of Funeral Dancing.