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According to Chapter 4, what does the Temple of Heaven represent? 

2023-10-14

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• 小杉
  The Temple of Heaven not only presents a beautiful spectacle, but also represents the Chinese pursuit of harmony between Heaven and mortals. The architecture of the buildings in the Temple of Heaven ingeniously embodies the concept of holding nature in awe.

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• 用户727021

  The Temple of Heaven in Beijing is one of the most famous and historically significant religious sites in China. This complex of architectural structures is dedicated to worshipping heaven, the supreme being and the ultimate power in traditional Chinese culture. It represents the emperor's annual sacrifice to heaven, as a way to thank the deity for good harvests, as well as to pray for his reign and the country's prosperity.

  In ancient times, the Temple of Heaven served as the place where the emperor would perform sacrifices to the gods, usually in spring and autumn. These ceremonies were elaborate, with intricate rituals and practices.

  The Temple of Heaven also served as a place of worship for the common people, who would come to pray for good health, prosperity, and peace. The architecture and landscaping of the complex reflect the harmonious coexistence of heaven and humans, and represent the ancient Chinese philosophy of yin and yang, as well as ancient history, mathematics, mechanics, aesthetics, and ecology.

  In modern times, the Temple of Heaven has become a popular tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors each year. It is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and religious significance of this site, as well as a physical representation of the deep-rooted spiritual connection between humans and the cosmos.

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• 用户719169
  The Temple of Heaven literally the Altar of Heaven. is a complex of religious buildings situated in the southeastern part ofcentral Beijing. The complex was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for good harvest. It has been regarded as a Taoist temple, although Chinese history relligion has always had a syncrettic nature, drawing on ideas and practices from Buddhism, Taoism and Shinto.

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• 用户723009
  The Temple of Heaven, situated in Beijing, China, comprises a complex of religious structures where emperors from the Ming and Qing dynasties annually conducted ceremonies to pray for a bountiful harvest. It symbolizes the connection between the Chinese emperor and the heavens, illustrating the significance of harmony between humans and nature in traditional Chinese philosophy. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998, the Temple of Heaven remains a site of enduring cultural and historical importance in China.

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• 用户719008
  Emperors held annual ceremonies to pray to heaven for a good harvest at the Temple of Heaven,Tiantan.It was built in Beijing in 1420. Emperors pray to heaven for good harvest.Ancient Chinese believed that Earth was Square and heaven was round.The altars and palaces were built into circles to represent heaven. The southern wall was rectangular to represent Earth.Chinese show their respect to heaven in Tiantan.The Blue-glazed tiles of the imperial vault of heaven represent heaven.The circular mound altar is surrounded by a ring of nine plates,which are also surrounded by multiples of nine plates. It represents the supremacy of heaven.Tiantan covers an area of 2.7 million square meters,with an orderly arrangement showing Chinese regality.

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• 用户719145
  It not only represents the worship of heaven by people all over the world, praying for good weather, but also through this ceremony, it becomes the spokesperson of the emperor and enjoys exclusive power. Supported by this belief system, the Temple of Heaven has become a highly valued event throughout history.

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• 孤城
  The Temple of Heaven, located in Beijing, China, is a complex of religious buildings where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties conducted annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for a good harvest. It represents the relationship between the Chinese emperor and the heavens, and demonstrates the importance of harmony between humans and nature in traditional Chinese philosophy..The Temple of Heaven was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1998, and it continues to be a place of cultural and historical significance in China.

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• 用户719028

  The Temple of Heaven, literally the Altar of Heaven, is a complex of religious buildings situated in the southeastern part of central Beijing. The complex was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for good harvest. It has been regarded as a Taoist temple, although Chinese history religion has always had a syncretic nature, drawing on ideas and practices from Buddhism, Taoism and Shinto.

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• 王彬睿
  The Temple of Heaven, founded in the first half of the 15th century, is a dignified complex of fine cult buildings set in gardens and surrounded by historic pine woods.It represents the concept of unity between heaven and man in tradional Chinese culture.

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  用户719151
  The Temple of Heaven, literally the Altar of Heaven, is a complex of religious buildings situated in the southeastern part of central Beijing. The complex was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for good harvest. It has been regarded as a Taoist temple, although Chinese history religion has always had a syncretic nature, drawing on ideas and practices from Buddhism, Taoism and Shinto.

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